Description
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Pasta with Savory Ground Beef is a comforting dish packed with rich flavors. The creamy, garlicky butter sauce perfectly coats the tender linguine, while the savory ground beef adds hearty goodness. It’s quick, easy, and ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt (for boiling water)
For the Ground Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 additional cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, toss with olive oil, and set aside.
Prepare the Ground Beef:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the onion is softened and the beef is fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In a clean skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mozzarella, stirring until melted and smooth.
Combine Everything:
- Toss the cooked linguine in the garlic butter sauce until well coated.
- Add the cooked ground beef and mix thoroughly.
Serve and Garnish:
- Plate the pasta and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Optionally, add extra grated Parmesan on top.
Notes
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Pasta with Savory Ground Beef is a satisfying meal that brings everyone to the table. Perfectly balanced and delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg