Description
A delicious and nutritious creamy pasta dish that packs a high protein punch with lean beef, ideal for a balanced diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Linguine Pasta
- 1 pound Ground Beef (90% lean or higher)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Sauté until they are tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly; about 2 minutes.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Add the drained pasta into the sauce mixture, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the creamy high protein beef pasta, garnishing with additional grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half or a plant-based cream substitute. Whole grain or gluten-free pasta can be used for additional health benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, beef, high protein, creamy, quick dinner
