High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta (whole wheat or regular)
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 preferred)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant, then stir in ground beef. Cook until no longer pink.
- Build the sauce. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Stir until creamy and well combined. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes to thicken.
- Toss it all together. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and mix until every piece is coated in sauce.
- Finish and serve. Taste, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- Storage Tip: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to bring the sauce back to life.
- Customizations: Swap beef for ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based protein; make it gluten-free with chickpea or lentil pasta.
- Family-Friendly: Mild flavors make it kid-approved, but you can easily kick up the spice with red pepper flakes.