Ingredients
– 8 ounces of spaghetti or your favorite pasta
– 1 pound of ground beef
– 5 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon of salt (to taste)
– 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper (to taste)
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Making Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a breeze! Follow these simple steps to create an incredible meal:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
2. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally to break it apart, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Once the beef is nearly cooked through, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Incorporate Butter: Reduce heat to low and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Stir until melted and combined with the beef and garlic mixture.
5. Mix in Seasoning: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the garlic butter mixture. If the pasta looks dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
8. Serve: Transfer to serving plates and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
These simple steps will guide you to create a delightful Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta dish that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g