Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef 

 

“A hearty and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender penne, savory ground beef, and a creamy, cheesy garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and comforting dinner!”

Ingredients

For the Pasta:

• 12 oz penne pasta (or your favorite pasta)
• Salt, for boiling water

For the Garlic Butter Ground Beef:

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Cheese Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk (warm)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions:

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