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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Busy Weeknights

Discover this High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta recipe for quick weeknight dinners, combining lean ground beef and Greek yogurt for a deliciously rich meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any shape like penne or fusilli
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can swap for sour cream or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can replace it for a sharper flavor
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced Tomatoes Drain well if too watery
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth works as a lighter substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can use any neutral oil like canola
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir occasionally for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add 1 chopped onion and 3 minced cloves of garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 can of diced tomatoes and 1 cup of beef broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and mix in 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy and smooth.
  5. Add your cooked pasta (about 8 ounces) to the skillet, gently folding it into the creamy beef sauce and cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Plate your High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta immediately, garnishing with extra grated Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to drain the diced tomatoes thoroughly to avoid a watery sauce. If your sauce is too thin, consider adding a cornstarch slurry or cream cheese.

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