Description
High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta is a delectable dish that brings together tender fettuccine and hearty ground beef enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe delivers a quick and satisfying meal that’s packed with protein. The combination of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese creates a luxurious sauce that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy this comforting dish any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Fettuccine Pasta
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and mix until combined; add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the skillet until well coated in sauce. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, adding reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg