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Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe

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4.3 from 13 reviews

  • Author: Eve
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Creamy Beef and Shells is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender medium pasta shells with a rich, velvety sauce made from lean ground beef, heavy cream, and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights, this recipe delivers a hearty and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 oz medium pasta shells
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the medium pasta shells until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Brown Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef along with the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the onions are translucent, then drain any excess fat.
  3. Simmer Sauce: Add the low-sodium beef broth and Italian seasoning to the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavor.
  4. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for another 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes creamy.
  5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked pasta shells into the creamy beef sauce, making sure all pasta is well coated. Taste and adjust salt and pepper seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve: Serve the dish hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of extra Italian seasoning for finishing touch.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce may be less thick and creamy.
  • Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten free if needed.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Adding grated Parmesan cheese on top complements the creamy beef sauce beautifully.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://everecipes.com/creamy-beef-and-shells-recipe/