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One Pot Cheesy Beef Garlic Penne


  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, garlicky pasta dish with ground beef and melted cheese, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.


Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz penne pasta
4 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4: Stir in penne pasta, beef broth, heavy cream, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and creamy.
Step 7: Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 32g