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Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Beef

Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Beef

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free pasta)

Description

Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Beef is a quick and creamy dinner featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked linguine, a rich garlic butter sauce, and melted cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful and comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with a cozy meal that’s both hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

  • 8 ounces linguine pasta

Beef

  • 1 pound lean or medium-fat ground beef

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and transfer the beef to a bowl.
  3. Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Let it cook for about one minute until fragrant, then stir in the heavy cream and simmer gently.
  4. Add Cheese and Combine: Reduce heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Mix Pasta and Beef Sauce: Return the ground beef to the skillet and add the cooked linguine. Toss everything gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and coat the noodles evenly.
  6. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for brightness and serve the dish immediately while warm and cheesy.

Notes

  • Drain beef carefully: Removing excess grease prevents the sauce from becoming oily.
  • Don’t overcook pasta: Al dente linguine absorbs sauce better and keeps the dish from feeling mushy.
  • Use fresh garlic: Powdered garlic won’t provide the same vibrant flavor boost.
  • Reserve pasta water: The starchy water helps bind the sauce and pasta for silky texture.
  • Grate your own cheese: Pre-grated cheese may not melt as smoothly or taste as fresh.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: cheesy linguine, garlic butter linguine, ground beef pasta, creamy pasta recipe, quick dinner, easy pasta dish

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