Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine in Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine in Garlic Butter Sauce is a comforting and indulgent pasta dish featuring succulent ground beef, al dente linguine, and a rich garlic butter cream sauce loaded with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, finished with fresh parsley for a burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter together with olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and stir into the creamy sauce. Add the drained linguine and toss everything together until the pasta is thoroughly coated with the sauce and the beef is evenly distributed.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth sauce texture.
- Be careful not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- To make it lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
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