Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe - Easy 35-Minute Dinner Idea | Recipes & Joy

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 12 oz penne pasta
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes for a hint of heat
• 1 tbsp butter for extra richness