Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
This Creamy Parmesan Beef Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce is a deliciously hearty Italian-inspired pasta dish. Featuring tender ground beef simmered in a rich garlic butter and creamy parmesan sauce, tossed with al dente linguine, this recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. The sauce is enhanced with Italian seasoning and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, while fresh parsley adds a bright finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine pasta
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water for later use.
- Sauté garlic and onions: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook thoroughly until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Once cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Make the creamy sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the grated parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using. Allow the sauce to simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes creamy.
- Toss linguine in sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen it to your preferred consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or thyme. Serve immediately, optionally topping with extra parmesan cheese and black pepper for added flavor.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency as needed for a silky texture.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
- Red pepper flakes are optional but add a nice subtle heat; adjust according to taste.
- Drain excess fat after browning the beef to keep the sauce from being too greasy.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme elevate the dish with freshness but can be omitted if unavailable.
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Linguine, Beef Linguine Recipe, Garlic Butter Pasta, Italian Beef Pasta, Easy Weeknight Dinner
