Description
A comforting dish of tender penne pasta combined with ground beef, garlic, creamy cheese sauce, and Cajun spices for a flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 tbsp garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the beef evenly.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to avoid scorching.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth, creating a velvety sauce.
- Add the cooked penne to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to combine the pasta with the creamy beef sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a pop of color.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce to the beef mixture. Experiment with different cheese blends to create your perfect flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg