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A bowl of Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta, garnished with fresh basil and parsley.

Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta

This recipe offers a comforting and nutritious meal, perfect for busy weeknights. It combines lean ground beef with high-protein pasta in a creamy sauce, providing a satisfying and protein-rich dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 568
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 10 oz chickpea flour pasta or any high-protein pasta
For the Sauce
  • 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 crushed
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup tomato sauce passata, 250 g
  • ½ cup light cream cheese 125 g
  • ½ cup light sour cream 125 g
  • 6-8 fresh basil leaves

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1-2 cups of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until soft.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Add crushed garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another minute.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and tomato sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy. Heat until just hot.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  7. Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle over the pasta. Adjust seasoning to 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 is designed for busy individuals and families seeking a nutritious meal that is quick to prepare. It balances rich flavors with high-protein ingredients, making it suitable for fueling an active lifestyle.

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