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One-Pot Creamy Beef

One-Pot Creamy Beef Pasta for Easy Family Comfort Nights

One-Pot Creamy Beef delivers a savory, comforting dinner that's perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground chicken
  • 1 medium Onion Can use shallots for milder taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can mix dried basil and oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Can replace with chicken broth
  • 1 cup Milk Use heavy cream for richness or dairy-free milk
  • 8 ounces Uncooked Pasta Penne, rigatoni, or rotini recommended
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  2. Sauté Garlic & Onion: Push beef aside, melt butter, then add onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add Liquid & Pasta: Pour in beef broth and milk, bring to a boil, then stir in uncooked pasta. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in Cheese & Seasonings: When pasta is cooked, reduce heat and stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until melted.
  5. Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan, serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be prepped a day in advance. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.

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