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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta
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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta

25 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

2 people
  • pasta (dried, e.g. tagliatelle or penne)Grains180 g
  • lean beef mince (5% fat)Meat250 g
  • olive oilPantry10 ml
  • garlic (finely chopped)Produce2 pieces
  • tomato puréePantry60 g
  • light cream cheeseDairy100 g
  • parmesan (finely grated)Dairy30 g
  • beef stockPantry100 ml
  • fresh herbs (chopped, e.g. parsley or basil)Produce10 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

619kcal

Carbs
65 g
Proteins
39 g
Fat
23 g
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Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Colander
  • Grater

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain, keeping a little cooking water.
    Step 1
  2. Brown the beef

    • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over high heat.
    • Add the beef mince and brown it well, breaking it up with a spoon.
    • Season with salt and black pepper.
    Step 2
  3. Build the sauce

    • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
    • Stir in the tomato purée and cook briefly.
    • Pour in the beef stock and let it reduce slightly.
    Step 3
  4. Make it creamy

    • Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth.
    • Add the drained pasta and toss to coat, loosening with a splash of pasta water if needed.
    • Stir in the parmesan.
    Step 4
  5. Finish and serve

    • Scatter over the fresh herbs.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 5