Spaghetti with garlic butter beef and a rich cheddar cream sauce is a hearty comfort-food dinner that combines savory ground beef, garlic, and a creamy cheese sauce with pasta.
🍝 Garlic Butter Beef Spaghetti in Cheddar Cream Sauce
🧾 Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: parsley, red pepper flakes
👨‍🍳 Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add butter and garlic; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream.
- Add the cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and toss to coat. Use a little reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley if desired.
✨ Variations
- Add mushrooms or onions with the beef.
- Use sharp cheddar for a bolder flavor.
- Add spinach near the end for extra vegetables.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
🍽️ What to serve with it
- Garlic bread
- Simple green salad
- Roasted vegetables
This dish is rich, creamy, and filling—perfect for a cozy weeknight meal when you’re craving something cheesy and satisfying.
