Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) spiral pasta (shells)
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant and softened.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Mix cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it’s well coated and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg