Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal
A warm and comforting one-pot dinner with spaghetti and ground beef in a creamy sauce that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh for brightest flavor.
- 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with milk for a lighter sauce.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is best.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Stir in beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add spaghetti, reduce heat to simmer until pasta is cooked, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Leftover pasta can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge and reheated gently with a splash of milk or broth. For a twist, consider adding chopped sun-dried tomatoes or fresh basil. Variations include replacing ground beef with turkey or Italian sausage and adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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