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A vibrant plate of creamy beef and shells pasta on a rustic wooden table, garnished with fresh herbs, showing rich sauce coating the tender pasta and browned beef, styled simply with a sprinkle of cheese and herbs.

Creamy Beef Pasta Dinner Easy Weeknight Recipe

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A quick and flavorful creamy beef and shells pasta dish, perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender beef, soft pasta shells, and a creamy sauce, served hot and garnished with herbs for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 8 oz pasta shells
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef; cook until browned and fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
  5. Add cooked pasta shells to the skillet, toss to coat evenly with sauce.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
  • Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 40 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 130 mg