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Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A quick and delicious creamy beef pasta recipe that’s high in protein and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 ounces pasta of your choice (penne, rigatoni, farfalle)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 or 85/15)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup low sodium beef or chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, spinach, or mushrooms

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and brown until no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Mix in Italian seasoning and smoked paprika. Toast the spices for 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth. Simmer for 5 to 8 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan until smooth.
  8. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. If sauce is thick, add a splash of pasta water.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in fresh herbs and optional red pepper flakes, if desired.
  10. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and a garnish of parsley.

Notes

For meal prep, make a double batch and freeze half. Thaw and reheat gently for easy meals.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: beef pasta, creamy pasta, high protein, quick dinner, meal prep

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