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Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta Recipe

This Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta Recipe is a quick, comforting dinner made with tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich, creamy sauce—all cooked on the stovetop. It’s one of the best easy creamy ground beef pasta dishes for busy nights and a favorite among creamy pasta recipes ground beef lovers. Simple, filling, and family-friendly, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz pasta penne, rotini, or fettuccine
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Velveeta cubes optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning or paprika

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease and set beef aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in beef broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in cream. Let the sauce thicken slightly.
  7. Return ground beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
  8. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated in sauce.
  9. Stir in cheese (if using) until melted and creamy.
  10. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Serve warm.

Notes

Use lean ground beef for a lighter dish.
For a Velveeta creamy beef stroganoff skillet feel, add sliced mushrooms and use Velveeta cheese.
Reserve pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrition.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of milk.