Description
Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta is a comforting dish that brings the family together with its rich flavors and velvety texture. Tender ground beef combines beautifully with creamy Alfredo sauce, enrobing perfectly cooked fettuccine for a satisfying meal that can be ready in just 30 minutes. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy date night, this recipe delights everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the skillet; sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently while stirring. Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce mixture, ensuring each noodle is well-coated.
- Serve garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg