One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick, comforting meal where everything cooks in one pan, so the pasta absorbs all the flavor from the beef, garlic, and creamy sauce.
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan or mozzarella cheese
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the beef
- In a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
- Add chopped onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.
2. Add garlic and butter
- Stir in butter and minced garlic.
- Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add liquids and pasta
- Pour in beef broth and milk (or cream).
- Add pasta, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir well.
4. Simmer
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
5. Add cheese
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Serve
- Garnish with parsley or extra Parmesan and serve hot.
💡 Tips
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and vegetables.
- Use heavy cream instead of milk for a richer sauce.
- If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of broth or milk.
If you want, I can also give you 5 more one-pot pasta recipes that are very popular for quick dinners (they take about 20 minutes total). 🍝
