Description
High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that combines tender fettuccine with protein-rich ground beef, all enveloped in a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a go-to for families seeking a comforting meal. The rich flavors from garlic, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning create a sauce that’s both creamy and delicious. Adding fresh spinach not only enhances the dish’s color but also boosts its nutritional profile. Whether served as the main course or paired with a refreshing side salad, this pasta dish promises to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in heavy cream and gradually add parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked fettuccine with the creamy sauce and fold in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg