Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)

Linguine paired with garlic butter, creamy cheeses, and savory beef for a satisfying dinner in under 40 minutes.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Pasta

01 - 340 g linguine pasta

→ Protein

02 - 450 g ground beef

→ Fat & Dairy

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 120 g unsalted butter
05 - 90 g grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 120 g shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 60 ml heavy cream

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

08 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes

# How to Prepare:

01 - Boil a large pot of salted water. Add linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 240 ml of pasta water. Set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until thoroughly browned, breaking up with a spatula for 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Stir minced garlic into the beef and sauté for 2 minutes until aromatic. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix to combine.
04 - Reduce heat to low, add unsalted butter to the skillet, and allow it to melt completely. Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
05 - Gradually add grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
06 - Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with the cheesy garlic butter sauce. Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
07 - Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and red pepper flakes before serving for added flavor and heat.
08 - Plate immediately and enjoy while hot.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Ground turkey or chicken may be used instead of beef. For a vegetarian alternative, mushrooms or assorted vegetables provide excellent texture.
02 - A splash of white wine or lemon juice enhances the sauce’s complexity.
03 - Pairing with a crisp green salad or garlic bread creates a balanced meal.

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