One-Pot Creamy Beef Garlic (Print Version)

Creamy beef, pasta, and garlic combine in a savory one-pot dish, perfect for a hearty, flavorful dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 10 ounces pasta, such as penne or rotini
03 - 4 cups beef broth
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings and Flavorings

06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large pot or deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. If excess fat accumulates, drain as needed.
03 - Incorporate Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, stirring to blend flavors.
04 - Add uncooked pasta and beef broth. Stir thoroughly to submerge pasta.
05 - Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta becomes tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
06 - Stir in heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese until sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
07 - Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the sauce to further thicken.
08 - Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses only one pot which means zero pile-up in the sink
  • Delivers creamy texture without any canned soup
  • Ready in under 30 minutes with just a handful of staple ingredients
  • Easily feeds a hungry family and leftovers reheat beautifully
  • Even my pickiest eater devours this and always asks for seconds
02 -
  • Perfect for make-ahead busy nights just reheat with a splash of broth
  • High in protein and satisfying for any time of year
  • The sauce continues to thicken as it sits which is ideal for leftovers
03 -
  • Pat ground meat dry before browning for maximum caramelization
  • Never rush the garlic sauté take the full time for flavor to bloom
  • Always use freshly grated parmesan for the most luxurious sauce
  • If you love even more creaminess double the cream and add ten minutes of resting time
  • This dish turns out best in a wide heavy-bottomed pot for the most even cooking

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