Weeknight dinners just got a whole lot better with this Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta—a dish that perfectly balances comfort and nutrition in every bite. Rich, hearty, and incredibly satisfying, it combines tender pasta with seasoned ground beef in a creamy, cheesy sauce.
This is one of those easy healthy hearty meals that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy nights or when you need reliable meal ideas for dinner with ground beef.
It’s creamy, filling, and packed with protein, making it a great choice for healthy lunch meals, family dinners, or even easy dinner ideas for one.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 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
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Move beef to the side, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and cook briefly to enhance flavor.
- Pour in beef broth, stir, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat and mix in Greek yogurt and cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best texture.
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