High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners
This high protein creamy beef pasta is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, combining delicious flavors and a nutritious boost.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in beef broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the skillet, coating it with the creamy beef sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 550 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: high protein, creamy beef pasta, quick weeknight dinners