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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta: A Quick, Delicious Dinner Delight

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a quick and delicious weeknight dinner with this High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta recipe. Packed with flavor and protein, it’s perfect for busy families.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 8 ounces pasta of choice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat, then add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the grated parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  5. Fold in the spinach and cooked pasta, stirring to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
  6. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like basil or oregano.
  • This dish can easily be made ahead and reheated for convenient weeknight dinners.

Nutrition

Keywords: High Protein, Beef Pasta, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meals, Creamy Pasta