Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Pasta with Savory Ground Beef combines tender linguine noodles with a rich, creamy garlic and cheese sauce, topped off with hearty ground beef. Perfectly seasoned and ready in just over half an hour, this dish offers comfort and bold flavors—a true weeknight dinner winner.
Ingredients
Pasta:
- 12 oz (340 g) linguine pasta
Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Sauce:
- 1⁄2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (90 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (120 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1⁄4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream
Garnish (optional):
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta water. Set the pasta aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until thoroughly browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
- Season the Beef: Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and let cook for 1 minute.
- Add Butter and Cream: Reduce heat to low. Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely. Stir in the heavy cream until everything is combined.
- Add Cheeses: Gradually add the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses, stirring constantly. Continue to stir until all the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the noodles in the cheesy garlic butter sauce. If the mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes for added flavor and a touch of heat. Serve immediately and enjoy your cheesy garlic butter linguine pasta with beef while hot.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the beef and add sautéed mushrooms or vegetables.
- A splash of white wine or a squeeze of lemon juice can brighten up the sauce.
- This pasta pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 full recipe
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
