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Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta - Tasty

Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta

This recipe creates a hearty, creamy beef pasta dish using high-protein pasta. It is quick to prepare, making it suitable for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying meal for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 568
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz chickpea flour pasta, or any high-protein pasta (300 g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (450 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup tomato sauce, passata (250 g)
  • 1/2 cup light cream cheese (125 g)
  • 1/2 cup light sour cream (125 g)
  • 6 - fresh basil leaves (use 8)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to the package directions. After draining, reserve 1 to 2 cups of the pasta water, then set the pasta aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add the crushed garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for one more minute.
  4. Mix in the tomato paste and tomato sauce. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cream cheese and sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Cook the sauce just until it is hot.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it in the creamy beef sauce until everything is coated. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  7. Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the pasta. Adjust the seasoning to your taste and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 568kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 47gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 929mgPotassium: 920mgFiber: 13gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 1858IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 173mgIron: 11mg

Notes

This recipe uses high-protein pasta, which helps increase the protein content of the meal. If you are managing gluten sensitivity, confirm your pasta choice is certified gluten-free. The reserved pasta water helps the sauce adhere to the pasta and creates a smoother texture.

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