Description
Indulge in Creamy Beef and Shells, an easy 30-minute family dinner that blends flavorful smoked beef, al dente pasta shells, and a velvety cheese-cream sauce. This comforting casserole delivers a rich, savory taste with garlic-infused broth, melted shredded cheese, and a hint of butter, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve hot for a hearty, restaurant-style meal that kids and adults love, all without any fancy ingredients. Pair it with a salad or garlic bread for a delicious full meal.!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground smoked beef
- 8 ounces pasta shells
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta shells until al dente and set aside.
- Melt butter and brown ground smoked beef, seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add beef broth and simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until sauce is smooth.
- Combine cooked shells with sauce, heat through, and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce when stirring in the broth. Use freshly grated cheese for best melt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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