Description
Ground Beef Alfredo is the ultimate quick comfort meal, combining creamy Alfredo sauce with hearty ground beef and pasta. Perfect for busy nights, this simple recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. It’s a go-to dinner that the whole family will love. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan and you’ve got a satisfying dish that’s sure to please!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces large elbow macaroni (or your favorite pasta)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (16-ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water (about 4 cups) to a boil, adding 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up as it browns. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Flavor: Stir in the diced onion, Italian seasoning, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Mix in Alfredo Sauce: Pour Alfredo sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is heated through.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the sauce and beef mixture. Stir until the pasta is fully coated.
- Serve: Optional – top with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Pasta Swap: Feel free to use any pasta you have on hand, like penne, rigatoni, or rotini.
- Extra Creamy? Add an extra splash of heavy cream or more Alfredo sauce for a richer sauce.
- Spice It Up: For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 668 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 92 mg