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Creamy Parmesan Beef Fettuccine with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Creamy Parmesan Beef Fettuccine with Garlic Butter Sauce is a rich and comforting pasta dish combining al dente fettuccine with savory browned ground beef, enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce made with butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this recipe balances indulgent flavors with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta

Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Sauce

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta cooking water for later use.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Continue to cook until the beef is fully browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add Cream and Parmesan: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine Beef and Pasta with Sauce: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, stirring to coat it thoroughly in the creamy sauce. Add the drained fettuccine and toss gently to combine everything. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  6. Serve: Dish out the creamy Parmesan beef fettuccine onto plates. Top with extra Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth melting texture.
  • Be careful not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
  • The reserved pasta water helps loosen the sauce and binds it to the pasta for a silky finish.
  • Fresh parsley adds a nice color and fresh herbaceous note but is optional.
  • Adjust salt gradually since Parmesan cheese is salty.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Beef Fettuccine, Garlic Butter Sauce Pasta, Ground Beef Pasta Recipe, Italian Comfort Food, Creamy Beef Pasta

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