Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef: A Comfort Food Delight
Indulge in a creamy and savory Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef that is perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the garlic butter over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cooked penne pasta, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Mix in cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with extra cheese on top if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cheesy Penne, Garlic Butter, Comfort Food