Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is a comforting, indulgent dish that brings together tender ground beef and pasta shells in a rich, creamy sauce. This quick and easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With its velvety texture and delightful flavors, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that has everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chuck (80/20)
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground chuck to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Fold in cooked pasta shells, ensuring even coating with the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or grated cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg