Description
This Garlic Parmesan Beef Pasta recipe combines tender ground beef, fragrant garlic, and flavorful Parmesan cheese with fresh spinach and parsley for a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it comes together in just 25 minutes and serves four.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the beef and garlic.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook it until it is fully browned and no longer pink, breaking it up into crumbles with a spatula or spoon.
- Sauté Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, allowing it to release its aroma without burning.
- Add Spinach: Incorporate the fresh spinach into the skillet and cook until it wilts, which should take just a couple of minutes.
- Combine with Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish as a fresh garnish just before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Spinach can be substituted with kale or arugula if desired.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream or milk when combining the pasta and cheese.
