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Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta

Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta for a Cozy Night In

This Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish featuring tender beef and a luscious garlic-infused sauce, perfect for a special weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb beef tender slices, or ground beef as an alternative
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta fettuccine or penne
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley/basil) optional garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat. Add thinly sliced beef seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, sauté for about 3 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pan with 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add cooked beef and pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water gradually if the sauce is too thick. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use tender cuts of beef and let the sauce simmer gently to avoid curdling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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