Garlic Butter Beef Pasta (Creamy, One-Pot & Better Than the Box!)

Introduction

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I’ve never really understood the whole “Hamburger Helper” thing either. When you can take pasta, ground beef, butter, and a handful of pantry seasonings and turn them into something this creamy and satisfying in under 30 minutes… why not? This Garlic Butter Beef Pasta is proof that homemade can be just as fast—and way more delicious.

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Overview of the Recipe

What This Recipe Is About

This is a one-pot garlic butter beef pasta made with ground beef, tender pasta, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Everything cooks together, creating a rich, garlicky sauce with minimal cleanup.

Reasons to Love This Recipe

• Ready in under 30 minutes

• One pot = easy cleanup

• Creamy, garlicky, and comforting

• Family-friendly

• Budget-friendly

• Anything but boring!!

What Does Garlic Butter Beef Pasta Taste Like?

Savory ground beef, buttery garlic, silky cream sauce, and salty Parmesan all come together into a rich, cozy dish that tastes like pure comfort in a bowl.

Benefits of This Recipe

• High in protein

• Very filling

• Uses simple pantry ingredients

• Perfect for busy weeknights

Ingredients

You’ll Need

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 lb ground beef

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• 8 oz linguine or fettuccine

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)

Kitchen Tools Needed

• Large skillet or deep sauté pan

• Wooden spoon or spatula

• Measuring cups

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

Optional Variations

• Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken

• Use penne or rotini instead of long pasta

• Add mushrooms, spinach, or peas

• Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce

• Add red pepper flakes for heat

How to Make Garlic Butter Beef Pasta