Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce is a comforting and rich pasta dish featuring tender ground beef simmered in a luscious garlic butter and Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, it combines savory flavors with al dente linguine, enhanced by aromatic herbs and a subtle kick from red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine pasta
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
Garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Onion: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely diced onion. Sauté until fragrant and the onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned throughout, breaking up the meat with a spatula. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Once cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Allow the sauce to simmer for 4–5 minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked linguine into the skillet with the creamy beef sauce. Gently toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen and achieve desired consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or thyme over the top. Optionally, add extra Parmesan cheese and a crack of black pepper. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to help loosen the sauce without diluting flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the level of spiciness or omit for a milder dish.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and smooth melting.
- Drain excess fat after cooking beef to avoid greasy sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently over low heat with a splash of cream or water.
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