Get ready to experience your favorite Alfredo pasta with a hearty upgrade! This Ground Beef Alfredo combines rich, creamy sauce with perfectly seasoned ground beef for a dish that’s both satisfying and indulgent.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn’t your ordinary Alfredo – adding seasoned ground beef transforms this creamy classic into a protein-packed meal that’s perfect for hungry families. It’s rich, satisfying, and comes together in just one pan!

Ingredients

For the Beef & Pasta

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 pound fettuccine
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Alfredo Sauce

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Beef

1. Brown ground beef with onion in a large skillet
2. Add garlic and Italian seasoning
3. Season with salt and pepper
4. Remove beef mixture and set aside

Make the Sauce

1. In same pan, melt butter over medium heat
2. Add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant
3. Pour in heavy cream and milk
4. Bring to gentle simmer, don’t boil
5. Gradually stir in Parmesan until smooth
6. Add nutmeg

Bring It All Together

1. Cook pasta according to package directions
2. Return beef to pan with sauce
3. Add drained pasta, toss to coat
4. Add pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency
5. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan

Pro Tips

• Use freshly grated Parmesan – never the pre-grated kind
• Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining
• Don’t let cream sauce boil
• Allow cheese to come to room temperature

Troubleshooting

• If sauce is too thick, add pasta water
• If sauce is grainy, reduce heat and add splash of cream
• If sauce breaks, whisk in a bit of hot pasta water

Storage & Reheating

• Store in airtight container up to 3 days
• Reheat gently on stovetop
• Add splash of milk when reheating
• Freezing not recommended

Final Note

This rich and creamy pasta combines the best of both worlds – hearty ground beef and luxurious Alfredo sauce. It’s perfect for those nights when you’re craving something extra special!

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