Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, and let it simmer gently for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it's well-coated. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken if desired. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of broth.