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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta for Cozy Weeknight Comfort

This High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta combines lean ground beef with creamy Greek yogurt and Parmesan, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne) gluten-free option available
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey for a lighter option
  • 14 ounces diced tomatoes fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce also work
  • 1 medium onion or shallots, or omit for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves garlic use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream for a different touch
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese or pecorino Romano for sharper flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil/butter

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3-5 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and simmer on low for 3-4 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Reduce heat to low and mix in Greek yogurt and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  6. Combine the drained pasta with beef sauce in the skillet, folding gently. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, taste and adjust seasoning, then serve warm garnished with extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure Greek yogurt is at room temperature to avoid curdling. Adjust creaminess with pasta water as needed. Consider adding Italian herbs for extra flavor.

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