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A close-up of a creamy high protein beef pasta bake, featuring shell pasta, rich meat sauce, melted cheese, and fresh parsley.

Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta

This recipe for Creamy High Protein Beef Pasta is a hearty and satisfying main course that is perfect for busy weeknights. It combines ground beef, pasta, and a creamy blush sauce with spinach for a nutritious and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 414
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces medium shells or ziti
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 24 ounce jar Pasta Sauce
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1.5 tsp. pepper
  • 1 parmesan rind
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup parmesan or peccorino romano
  • 1 cup mozzarella

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. In a dutch oven, brown the ground beef. Add salt and pepper. Pour in your sauce and add the parmesan rind. Allow to simmer for 30 minutes, or more if you have time.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. Take your sauce off the heat and stir in the spinach, pasta, and milk. The sauce will turn a blush color.
  4. Put the lid on and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  5. Remove the lid and add your mozzarella and romano or parmesan cheese.
  6. Allow the cheese to melt. You can broil it slightly if you wish.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 30gFat: 15g

Notes

This recipe is a great option for meal prep. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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