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A bowl of creamy high protein beef pasta with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs
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Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
  • 8 oz chickpea or lentil-based penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup non -fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup low -sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Cook the protein pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it into small crumbles.
  • Add diced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then stir in garlic and tomato paste for 1 minute.
  • Season the beef mixture with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir in the beef broth and Greek yogurt, whisking constantly to prevent curdling and create a smooth sauce.
  • Fold in the cooked pasta and grated parmesan cheese, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce coats the pasta thoroughly and serve immediately.