Garlic Butter Cheesy Linguine with Beef and Spinach
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Garlic Butter Cheesy Linguine with Beef and Spinach. This delightful pasta dish brings together hearty ground beef and a luscious garlic butter sauce. With the addition of fresh spinach and a blend of rich cheeses, this recipe is a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Lower heat; add chicken broth to meat mixture, stirring well. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet, mixing thoroughly. Use reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in Cajun and Italian seasonings; adjust to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg