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Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Linguine Pasta A sturdy noodle that holds the creamy sauce perfectly.
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 blend) Richly flavored and tender, makes the sauce heartier.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated) Opt for aged Parmesan for a nutty, salty kick.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Secret to achieving velvety, indulgent texture.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Sautéed for aromatic depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Creates a luscious base.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for browning the beef.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, for a pinch of heat.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Adds brightness to the dish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, cook linguine for 9–11 minutes until al dente, reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil, add ground beef, sauté for 6–8 minutes until browned, season with salt and pepper, set aside.
  3. Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Create the Creamy Sauce: Lower heat, add heavy cream, simmer for 3–4 minutes, whisk in Parmesan until melted.
  5. Combine Everything Together: Return beef to skillet, add linguine, mix together, adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  6. Serve the Dish: Plate linguine, garnish with black pepper and parsley, add red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, use freshly grated cheese and reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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