Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Steps
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Lower the heat to medium and season the cooked ground beef with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in 1 cup of beef broth and 1 cup of heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the creamy sauce. Stir gently for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually sprinkle in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until it melts into the sauce.
- Distribute 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover the skillet and let it sit on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving warm.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftover Cheesy Penne in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months.