Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Garlic Butter Cajun Beef Penne in Velvety Cheese Sauce, a dish that perfectly blends rich flavors and comforting textures. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With a delightful combination of garlic, Cajun spices, and a velvety cheese sauce enveloping tender penne pasta, this hearty meal is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook penne until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sautรฉ garlic for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it up as you go.
- Season with Cajun seasoning and Italian seasoning (if using).
- Pour in heavy cream; reduce heat to medium-low and stir in Velveeta until melted.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan; mix until smooth and thickened.
- Toss cooked penne with the cheese sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added spice, include diced jalapeรฑos when cooking the beef. Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option while maintaining flavor.