Cheesy Beef Pasta (High Protein One-Pot Meal)
This creamy cheesy beef pasta is a rich, comforting one-pot dinner made with tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a silky cheese sauce. It’s high in protein, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Equipment
- Large deep skillet or pot
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
- Add uncooked pasta and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 28g
