Description

Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce is a rich and comforting pasta dish featuring al dente linguine tossed in a velvety sauce made with ground beef, garlic, onion, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enhanced with Italian seasoning and a touch of red pepper flakes, this flavorful meal is garnished with fresh herbs for a perfect family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

12 oz linguine pasta

Beef and Sauce

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

Garnish

2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set both aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely diced yellow onion. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through. Season with salt, ground black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
Make Cream Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese along with optional red pepper flakes for a slight kick. Let the sauce simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes creamy.
Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, gently tossing to evenly coat the pasta in the creamy beef sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or thyme if using. Serve immediately, optionally topping with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor.

Notes

Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency for a silky finish.
Red pepper flakes are optional but add a pleasant mild heat.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
Drain excess fat after cooking beef to keep sauce from being greasy.
This dish pairs well with a green salad or garlic bread.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: parmesan beef linguine, creamy pasta, garlic butter sauce, ground beef pasta, easy weeknight dinner, Italian comfort food