Creamy beef & Pene

Name: Creamy beef & Pene
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 lb of pasta; 2lbs ground beef; 1 cup chopped frozen spinach; 1 onion diced; 3 garlic cloves minced; 3/4 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup pasta water reserved; 1/4 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons cream cheese room temperature; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Cheese shredded or grated fine; 1 cup Italian blend cheese or blend of choice shredded; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

9 steps

Cook:30min

Enjoy a comforting and creamy penne pasta dish, featuring savory ground beef and vibrant chopped spinach, all coated in a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make weeknight meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect quick fix for a delicious and satisfying dinner.

Updated at: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:05:22 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories770.6 kcal (39%)

Total Fat36.2 g (52%)

Carbs71.1 g (27%)

Sugars5.9 g (7%)

Protein38.8 g (78%)

Sodium680.2 mg (34%)

Fiber4 g (14%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, cook 2 pounds of ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if desired.

Step 2

Add Aromatics: Stir in 1 diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Incorporate Spinach: Add 1 cups of chopped frozen spinach to the skillet, cooking until incorporated.

Step 4

Season and Flavor: Stir in tomato paste, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and oregano. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Create the Sauce: to the ground beef, add beef broth and reserved pasta water. Then stir in sour cream, cream cheese, and worcestershire sauce. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Simmer and Thicken: Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, then add heavy cream. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Combine with Pasta: Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.

Step 8

Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle in shredded cheeses and smoked paprika, stirring until melted and creamy.

Step 9

Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve your fancy Hamburger Helper 😋 with garlic bread or a fresh side salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!