Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef is the kind of comforting skillet meal that turns an ordinary weeknight into something special. It combines tender pasta, rich marinara, savory ground beef, and a generous amount of melty mozzarella—all brought together with aromatic garlic butter. The result is a dish that’s hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy without requiring complicated steps or lengthy cooking.
The ground beef forms the base of the dish, seasoned with Italian herbs and paprika to build warmth and depth. Once browned, the garlic and butter transform the skillet into a rich, fragrant foundation. Marinara sauce and beef broth follow, creating a savory, silky sauce that clings beautifully to every piece of penne.
As the pasta is folded into the mixture, everything merges into a cohesive, comforting dish. The final flourish of mozzarella creates a gooey blanket of cheese that melts into the warm pasta. You can simply cover the skillet until the cheese melts, or broil it for an irresistibly golden, bubbly finish that makes the dish feel restaurant-worthy.
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Served with fresh parsley and perhaps a slice of garlic bread, this dish is a satisfying meal that checks every box: fast, flavorful, and wonderfully indulgent. It’s perfect for busy nights, cozy dinners, or anytime you crave a bowl of cheesy pasta comfort.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
- Fresh parsley for garnish
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