Creamy Smoked Paprika Beef Pasta
Creamy, smoky, and full of savoury flavour, this Creamy Smoked Paprika Beef Pasta is an easy comfort meal made for busy weeknights.
Nutrafarms ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, smoked paprika, tomatoes, and beef broth before mascarpone and Parmesan are folded into the sauce. The result is a rich, creamy beef pasta with just enough smokiness in every bite.
Serve it warm with fresh parsley and a little extra Parmesan for a simple dinner the whole family can dig into.
Ingredients
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🍳 Instructions
1. Brown the Beef
Add the Nutrafarms ground beef to a large pan or pot over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the beef apart as it browns, until fully cooked.
2. Add the Onion
Add the diced white onion and cook until softened, stirring it into the browned beef.
3. Add the Seasonings
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook for about 30 seconds, just until the garlic and smoked paprika become fragrant.
4. Cook the Tomato Paste
Add the tomato paste and stir it into the beef mixture. Cook for another 1 minute to deepen the tomato flavour.
5. Build the Beef Sauce
Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir everything together, reduce the heat, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
This gives the tomatoes, beef, and smoked paprika time to come together into a rich, savoury sauce.
6. Cook the Pasta
While the sauce simmers, prepare your favourite pasta according to the package directions.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
7. Make It Creamy
Add the mascarpone, grated Parmesan, and chopped fresh parsley to the beef sauce.
Gently fold everything together until the cheeses have melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
8. Bring Everything Together
Add the cooked pasta directly to the sauce and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
Serve warm with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top, if desired.
Why You’ll Love This Beef Pasta
Rich and creamy: Mascarpone and Parmesan create a smooth sauce without overpowering the beef.
Smoky and savoury: Smoked paprika adds warmth and depth to the tomato and ground beef sauce.
Weeknight friendly: Most of the recipe comes together in one pan while the pasta cooks separately.
Family friendly: The creamy tomato and beef combination makes this an approachable comfort meal for the dinner table.
Easy to customize: Use the family’s favourite pasta shape and finish each serving with as much Parmesan and parsley as desired.
Pro Tip
Let the tomato paste cook for the full minute before adding the tomatoes and broth. This small step helps develop a deeper tomato flavour and complements the smokiness of the paprika.
For the creamiest finish, lower the heat before adding the mascarpone and Parmesan, then stir gently until everything is smooth.
A Comforting Dinner for Busy Nights
This Creamy Smoked Paprika Beef Pasta brings Nutrafarms ground beef, smoky paprika, tomatoes, and creamy cheese together in a hearty dinner that does not require a complicated preparation.
Spoon it into bowls, add a little fresh parsley and Parmesan, and serve it while it’s warm.