Beefy Alfredo Garlic Pasta (Print Format)

Rich Alfredo pasta with ground beef, garlic, and melted cheeses in a creamy sauce.

# Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 lb ground beef

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

→ Liquids

05 - 3 cups beef broth
06 - 2 cups heavy cream
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Pasta

08 - 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta

→ Cheeses & Dairy

09 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons butter

→ Seasonings

12 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
15 - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
02 - Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Add uncooked pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
04 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
05 - Stir in butter, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Continue stirring until cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
06 - Let pasta rest for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

# Tips:

01 - For a spicier variation, increase the red pepper flakes according to taste.