Description
Cheese Garlic Linguine Pasta with Savory Ground Beef is a creamy, cheesy, and garlicky pasta dish that combines the richness of cream cheese and shredded cheese with the hearty flavor of ground beef. This easy weeknight dinner comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a family-approved comfort meal perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
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8 oz (225 g) linguine pasta
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup (115 g) shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
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2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta – Boil linguine until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
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Sauté garlic – Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1–2 minutes.
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Brown the beef – Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
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Make it creamy – Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until smooth, then add shredded cheese and mix until melted into a sauce.
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Combine – Add linguine, season with salt and pepper, and toss well. Adjust sauce consistency with pasta water if needed.
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Serve – Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.
Notes
Save pasta water to adjust sauce thickness.
Mix mozzarella for gooey texture and cheddar for sharpness.
Fresh garlic gives the best flavor compared to jarred.
Add veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for extra nutrition.
It can be doubled for meal prep and freezes well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Italian Fusion