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Creamy Beef Pasta

Creamy Beef Pasta

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Creamy Beef Pasta is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into something special. This comforting meal features tender ground beef enveloped in a luscious tomato cream sauce, served over perfectly cooked rigatoni. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy and satisfying option for busy evenings or cozy gatherings with friends and family. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces rigatoni
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 11 ounces ground beef
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mince the garlic and grate the Parmesan cheese.
  2. Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente; drain and reserve 1 cup of cooking water.
  3. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat and brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and stir in Parmesan until melted.
  6. Toss the rigatoni with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Garnish with parsley if desired.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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