Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta

Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor—perfect for an easy comfort meal!

 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or bowtie)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

 Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the ground beef
   In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
   Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add garlic and butter
   Add butter and minced garlic to the beef. Cook for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Make the Alfredo sauce
   Pour in the heavy cream and stir well.
   Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   Let it simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Add cheese (optional but recommended )
   Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Combine with pasta
   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until everything is well coated.
7. Serve
   Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if you like. Serve hot!

Tips:

• Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor
• Use chicken instead of beef if you prefer
• A splash of pasta water helps loosen the sauce if it gets too thick