Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta
A rich and creamy fettuccine alfredo with the comforting addition of ground beef, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot with water, add salt, and cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper until browned.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, then add the Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot garnished with parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach, and use pre-cooked ground beef for quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 735
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg