Ingredients
Scale
Let’s get down to the essentials for creating this comforting dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of beef, thinly sliced or ground
- 8 ounces of your favorite pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or any herb you fancy)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Feel free to swap the beef for chicken or even mushrooms if you’re going for a vegetarian twist. And if you’re out of Parmesan, any hard cheese will do. Remember, cooking is all about making the most of what you have!
Instructions
Ready to get cooking? Follow these straightforward steps, and you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- Add the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the beef to the skillet, along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well-coated in the sauce.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the pasta sit for a minute or two to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
And voila! A restaurant-worthy meal made right in your kitchen, with no fuss and all the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Beef Pasta Cream Sauce, recipe, cooking, food
