Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta
A comforting and rich pasta dish featuring hearty ground beef and a velvety Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Beef
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and thoroughly cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine with the beef and then gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with that luscious Alfredo sauce. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Enjoy!
Notes
For added nutrition, feel free to toss in sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg