Creamy Beef Pasta (Printable Version)
A comforting blend of browned beef, tender pasta, and a smooth tomato cream sauce with aromatic herbs.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Pasta
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283 g chickpea flour pasta or any high-protein pasta
→ Sauce and Meat
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15 ml olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely diced
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1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
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454 g lean ground beef
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4 garlic cloves, crushed
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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30 g tomato paste
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240 ml tomato sauce (passata)
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120 ml light cream cheese
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120 ml light sour cream
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6–8 fresh basil leaves
# Guide to Cooking:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta following package directions until al dente. Reserve 240-480 ml of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart and cooking until browned. Stir in crushed garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional minute to enhance flavors.
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Incorporate tomato paste and tomato sauce into the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes to develop a rich, cohesive sauce.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in light cream cheese and sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Heat gently without boiling.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat with the creamy beef sauce. Adjust consistency by adding reserved pasta water gradually until silky.
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Tear fresh basil leaves over the pasta. Season to taste and serve immediately.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce texture for optimal creaminess.