Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Ground Beef

Introduction

Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Ground Beef offers rich, satisfying flavor in every forkful. The harmonious blend of al dente linguine, savory ground beef, and a luscious garlic butter sauce—topped off with melted cheese—creates a cozy, indulgent pasta dish that’s quick to prepare and certain to win rave reviews from the whole table. Its melt-in-your-mouth appeal and easy weeknight preparation make it a staple for busy families and pasta lovers alike.

Why You’ll Love This Cheesy Linguine

What sets this recipe apart is the layered flavor profile: juicy ground beef brings hearty substance, while the golden garlic butter seeps into the noodles, and the final cheesy blanket ties everything together with gooey, comforting deliciousness. With minimal prep and straightforward steps, you get a restaurant-worthy meal in under 30 minutes—perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers later.

Preparing Aromatic Garlic Butter

Start by melting butter in a quality skillet and gently sautéing minced garlic until fragrant. The garlic infuses the butter, forming the aromatic base of this pasta. Using a nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet ensures your butter and garlic don’t burn, while making cleanup afterward a breeze.

For the best flavor, use freshly minced garlic rather than powder. Consider using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to dice garlic quickly and evenly, keeping prep time to a minimum without sacrificing taste.

Perfectly Browning Your Ground Beef

Evenly browning your ground beef is key for deep, crave-worthy flavor. Break up the meat using a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, which makes quick work of large pieces and ensures the beef cooks evenly without sticking to the skillet.

Once browned, drain any excess fat and season generously. This simple technique lays the foundation for a great sauce and prevents your pasta from turning greasy.

Assembling and Finishing the Pasta

Once the pasta is cooked, toss it in the garlic butter, then fold in the browned beef and a hearty amount of shredded cheese. For smooth tossing without clumping, combine the pasta and cheese off the heat so the cheese melts gently—giving you strings of cheese without any burn.

To keep your prep area tidy, chop parsley and other garnishes on Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, ensuring no odors or flavors transfer between tasks.

Serving Suggestions for Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine

Finish the linguine with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, cracked black pepper, and a touch of grated Parmesan for extra decadence. This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or a side of garlic bread. To keep leftovers fresh, transfer cooled pasta into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers—perfect for reheating lunch the next day without losing that gooey cheesy goodness.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 4 generous servings, each providing approximately 550–650 calories, depending on your cheese and ground beef’s fat content. Beyond carbs and protein, you’ll get a satisfying blend of fats for a filling and memorable meal.

Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Ground Beef (Recap)

Rich, buttery, and bubbling with cheese, this linguine recipe brings comfort food right to your table in less than half an hour. The rewarding combination of hearty ground beef, fragrant garlic butter, and melt-in-your-mouth pasta is irresistible for both weeknight meals and celebratory gatherings.

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain the rest.
2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it apart with a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, lower heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic (use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for efficient prep) and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring often so it doesn’t brown.
4. Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing it well to coat with garlic butter. Add a splash of reserved pasta water for silkiness.
5. Return cooked ground beef to the pan with the noodles, then scatter mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly. Toss gently until cheese is melty and coats the noodles.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick if desired. Remove from heat and fold in chopped parsley.
7. Plate, garnish with more cheese and parsley, and serve immediately. Store any leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes