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high protein creamy beef pasta
Anderson Jorge

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz 225 g penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lb 450 g lean ground beef
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley or basil chopped (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and fully cooked.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  7. Stir in the Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Protein: ~32 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~50 g
  • Fat: ~18 g
  • Fiber: ~5 g