Southern Garlic Parmesan Beef Penne with Zucchini Ribbons

• porsjoner: Servings: 4
• aktiv tid: 10mins
• total tid: 30mins

Ingredienser

12 oz penne pasta

1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced steak

1 medium zucchini, shaved into ribbons (use a vegetable peeler)

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp Cajun seasoning (optional for a kick)

2 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup beef broth

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

1 tsp dried parsley or chopped fresh parsley

Fremgangsmåte

Cook the Pasta:

Boil penne according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Cook the Beef:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add ground beef (or steak slices), season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.

Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in heavy cream and beef broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add Cheese & Zucchini:

Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and creamy.

Fold in zucchini ribbons and cook for 1–2 minutes until just tender.

Bring It All Together:

Add cooked penne and beef back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat.

Garnish with parsley and serve hot!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Creamy, garlicky, and Southern to the core—with a fresh pop of zucchini to balance it all. This beefy penne is a weeknight win! 🧄🍝🥩🧀🌿