Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Penne with Sausage and Spinach
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Penne with Sausage and Spinach that’s bursting with flavor. This delightful Italian dish features al dente penne pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from ground beef, Italian sausage, and fresh spinach. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe promises to impress with its warmth and deliciousness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add ground beef and Italian sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer before adding butter and Parmesan cheese.
- Toss the cooked penne into the skillet, mixing well to coat with the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg