Garlic Butter Beef Pasta

A quick and budget-friendly recipe for creamy Garlic Butter Beef Pasta that combines Italian and American comfort food traditions.

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for 7-8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter and garlic; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes to slightly thicken.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Feel free to customize with vegetables like spinach or peas, or add spices for extra flavor.