Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef while breaking it into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper until fully cooked.
- Push the beef to one side and sauté the minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and gradually add the Parmesan cheese, mixing continuously until smooth.
- Add the spinach and let it wilt into the sauce, scraping up any flavorful bits from the bottom.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Fresh spinach adds nutrients and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg