Creamy beef pasta with Parmesan and vegetables, ideal for cozy nights.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
8 ounces pasta (penne, shells, or fusilli)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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Heat olive oil; sauté onion and bell pepper 5 minutes.
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Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
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Brown ground beef; season with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme.
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Reduce heat; add cream and Parmesan; stir smooth.
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Adjust thickness with pasta water if needed.
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Toss pasta in sauce; simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.