Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
A rich and creamy Parmesan beef linguine dish featuring tender ground beef simmered in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with heavy cream and Italian seasonings, tossed with perfectly cooked linguine for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
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. Cook linguine until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set the pasta aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and finely diced yellow onion. Sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it is fully browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the sauce from being too greasy.
- Make Cream Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Toss Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine into the skillet with the beef and cream sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring every strand of pasta is coated well. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Serve immediately, optionally topping with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper for added flavor.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency without watering down the flavors.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and richer flavor.
- Optional red pepper flakes add a slight heat but can be omitted for a milder dish.
- Drain excess fat after cooking the beef to prevent a greasy sauce.
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme add brightness but can be substituted or omitted as preferred.
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Linguine, Beef Pasta, Garlic Butter Sauce, Italian Beef Pasta, Comfort Food
