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Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Spaghetti

Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Spaghetti with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce

Rich, creamy, and comforting, this Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Spaghetti with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or whenever you need a warm, hearty meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 780
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz spaghetti
Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
Sauce
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Push beef to one side, melt butter in the skillet, and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Lower heat, pour in heavy cream, and simmer 2–3 minutes. Gradually add cheddar and parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  5. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, toss until coated, and cook together for 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and is easily customizable. Add mushrooms, spinach, or swap ground beef for turkey or chicken.