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Close-up of creamy garlic butter pasta with ground beef in a nonstick pan

One Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Meals For One
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: One Pot
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Description

A solo-sized one pot creamy beef and garlic butter pasta that’s fast, rich, and cleanup-friendly.


Ingredients

1/2 cup dry pasta

1/4 lb ground beef

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp butter

1/2 cup cream

1/2 cup broth

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: parmesan, chili flakes


Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef in a medium pot over medium heat.

2. Add garlic and butter, stirring until fragrant.

3. Pour in cream and broth, then add pasta.

4. Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Once pasta is tender and sauce thickens, remove from heat.

6. Stir in parmesan if using. Serve hot.


Notes

  • Simmer uncovered at the end to thicken.
  • Try adding spinach or mushrooms for variation.