Robust Beef Penne Pasta Recipe: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 12 oz (340g) penne pasta
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
• Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
• Extra Parmesan cheese