Ohhh this one sounds like pure comfort in a bowl 😍 Let’s make it rich, creamy, and totally crave-worthy.
🥩🧀 Creamy Beef Shell Pasta Supreme
Ingredients
- 300 g medium pasta shells
- 400 g ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup beef broth (or pasta water)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella + cheddar mix works great)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp butter
Optional add-ins
- Mushrooms or bell peppers
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta shells in well-salted water until al dente.
Drain and set aside (reserve a little pasta water). - Heat olive oil in a large pan.
Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic. - Add ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes. - Stir in butter, then pour in cream and beef broth.
Simmer gently 3–4 minutes. - Add cheeses and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Toss in cooked pasta shells.
Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. - Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish, and serve hot 🤍
🔥 Supreme Tips
- Use shells so they trap all that sauce 😏
- Swap beef for sausage for extra punch
- Broil with extra cheese for 2–3 minutes for a baked version
Want a one-pot, baked casserole, or spicy version next?
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