Description
Cozy Cheesy Beef Alfredo Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender beef, creamy Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine. This recipe is quick to prepare, customizable, and kid-friendly, making it ideal for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions in salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients and high-quality cheese for best flavor.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Substitute part of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or chicken broth for a lighter sauce.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Variations include Chicken Alfredo, Vegetarian Alfredo, or Seafood Alfredo.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat gently, adding milk if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: N/A