Description
Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef is a delightful pasta dish that combines the richness of cheese with the savory flavors of garlic butter and ground beef, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 tbsp garlic butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the garlic butter over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and mix well with the beef.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the ground beef.
- Feel free to substitute the ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg