One Pot Beef and Butter Pasta
A hearty and creamy one pot beef and butter pasta that’s quick to make and packed with rich flavors. Ground beef is cooked with onions and garlic, then simmered with pasta and butter to create a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces dried pasta (penne or rotini)
4 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Add the dried pasta, beef broth, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the unsalted butter and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.