Description
Cheesy Penne Ground Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender penne pasta with savory ground beef in a luscious cheese sauce. This hearty meal is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a deliciously creamy flavor that will please everyone at the table. With easy preparation and the option to customize with your favorite veggies, this recipe guarantees satisfaction in just one dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned while breaking it apart.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, and gradually add cheddar cheese until melted. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked penne with the cheese sauce in the skillet, stirring until well-coated.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer pasta to an oven-safe dish. Top with extra cheese if desired and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg