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Creamy High-Protein Beef Pasta

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A warm and satisfying creamy high-protein beef pasta that is perfect for family meals and weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and Italian seasoning until well combined and heated through (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and gently stir to combine.
  6. Top with shredded cheese, cover, and let sit on low heat until cheese melts.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This meal is easily customizable with various substitutions for meats and dairy, and can be doubled or halved for potlucks.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 900
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 85g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 75g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg