Description

This creamy high protein beef pasta recipe is a comforting, easy-to-make dinner packed with rich flavor and muscle-fueling ingredients. Perfect for weeknights, it features ground beef, protein-packed pasta, and a creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese. Great for meal prep and family dinners.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

8 ounces high protein pasta

4 ounces cream cheese

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup milk

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Instructions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Boil the high protein pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3. Reduce skillet to low heat and stir in cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika into the cooked beef.

4. Gradually add milk while stirring to form a creamy sauce.

5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.

6. Let sit on low heat for 2 minutes, allowing cheese to melt into a creamy finish.

Notes

This recipe can be made ahead and reheated with a splash of milk.

To boost veggies, add spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.

Use whole wheat or lentil pasta for extra fiber and nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 485
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 80mg