Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Penne with Sausage and Spinach
Ingredients:
1 pound penne pasta
1 pound ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh spinach
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Season with Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add the heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Stir and let the sauce thicken slightly.
Add the Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
Add the cooked penne pasta and toss until well coated with the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve:
Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Rich, creamy, and full of flavor
