Description
Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines comfort with nutrition. This dish features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce made with lean ground beef and Greek yogurt, delivering a satisfying protein boost. Perfect for busy nights, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both family dinners and meal prep. With its delicious flavor and velvety texture, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Customize it with your favorite cheese or add veggies to elevate the dish further. Enjoy a hearty plate of this creamy pasta that guarantees satisfaction!
Ingredients
Scale
- 225g penne pasta
- 450g lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, then brown the ground beef (about 6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Pour in beef broth and let simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Lower heat and mix in Greek yogurt and shredded cheese until creamy. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss cooked pasta with sauce until well coated; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg