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One-Pot Beef and Garlic Parmesan Spinach Pasta

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This easy-to-make one-pot meal combines ground beef, fresh spinach, and creamy Parmesan for a hearty family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or rotini) Feel free to swap out the pasta type based on what you have on hand.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt & black pepper
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese Plus extra for garnish.
  • 2 oz cream cheese (optional) Adds creaminess.
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.
  • to taste Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • to taste Cracked black pepper (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until it’s browned, breaking the meat into crumbles. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant. Toss in the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts down.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Directly add the uncooked pasta into the pot.
  2. Increase the heat to bring it to a gentle boil. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened.
  3. Stir in the grated Parmesan and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust your seasoning with extra salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  4. Plate the hot pasta with the beef and spinach abundance on top. Garnish with extra Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper for that finishing touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat adding a splash of chicken broth or cream. For freezing, portion out and store in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
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