🧀 Cheesy Beef Spaghetti in Savory Garlic Cheddar Butter Cream

Rich, velvety, and loaded with bold cheesy flavor — the ultimate comfort dinner.

📝 Ingredients

For the Pasta & Beef:

• 18 oz spaghetti
• 1½ lbs lean ground beef
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1½ small onions, finely diced
• 4½ cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ tsp oregano
• 1½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Garlic Cheddar Cream Sauce:

• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups broth (chicken or beef)
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 1½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
• ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Extra butter (optional, for finishing)
• Fresh parsley or herbs, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2️⃣ Prepare the Beef

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Drain excess grease if needed.

3️⃣ Add Flavor

Add butter, diced onions, and garlic.
Cook until onions are soft and fragrant.
Stir in oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

4️⃣ Make the Cream Sauce

Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir well.
Slowly pour in broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened.

5️⃣ Add the Cheese

Reduce heat to low.
Stir in Cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella gradually.
Mix until fully melted and smooth.

6️⃣ Combine

Add cooked spaghetti into the sauce.
Toss gently until fully coated in the creamy garlic cheddar sauce.

7️⃣ Finish & Serve

Optional: Stir in a small pat of butter for extra shine.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

⏱️ Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Calories: ~780 per serving

✨ Tip: For a baked version, transfer to a casserole dish, top with extra cheese, and broil 3–5 minutes until golden and bubbly.