Description
Indulge in a bowl of Irresistible Creamy Beef and Shells—your new favorite comfort food! This delightful dish combines tender pasta shells with savory ground beef enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, its quick preparation and mouthwatering flavors will bring everyone to the table for a heartwarming meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz large pasta shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer before adding Parmesan cheese; stir until melted.
- Fold in cooked pasta shells until evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg