Description
Indulge in this Creamy Beef and Shells recipe, a delightful blend of tender ground beef and al dente shell pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Serve it as a standalone meal or alongside garlic bread and a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted and mixed evenly with the beef mixture.
- Gradually add the beef broth while stirring to combine all ingredients smoothly.
- Toss in the cooked shell pasta, ensuring every piece is coated with the creamy sauce.
- Top with shredded cheese before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg