Description
A rich and creamy Cheesy Beef Alfredo with Linguine recipe that combines savory ground beef, tender linguine, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Brown Beef and Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and the cheese has melted.
- Combine Linguine and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is thoroughly coated. Stir in the butter until it melts completely, creating a rich and creamy texture.
- Serve: Plate the cheesy beef Alfredo linguine warm. Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese before serving for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the sauce will be less thick.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
- Drain the ground beef thoroughly to avoid greasy sauce.
- Fresh garlic can be substituted with garlic powder if desired, though fresh garlic adds more aromatic flavor.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil for a fresh touch and color contrast.
