Creamy Beef and Shells
This comforting dish features tender beef and pasta shells in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 8 ounces pasta shells
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Boil the pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta shells to the skillet, tossing to coat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the beef.