Description
Get ready for the ultimate comfort food: Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce. This easy dinner idea brings together perfectly seasoned Cajun ground beef, silky smooth Velveeta cheese, freshly grated Parmesan, and a garlic-kissed cream sauce tossed with tender linguine. Whether you’re craving a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat, this dish is bursting with bold flavors and creamy satisfaction. Perfect for fans of easy recipes, dinner ideas, or indulgent comfort food classics.
Ingredients
400g linguine pasta
500g ground beef
200g Velveeta cheese, cubed
60g Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Break up the meat as it cooks until browned. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, without letting it brown.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir. Add the Velveeta cubes and stir gently until melted and smooth. Lower the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan until the sauce is creamy.
5. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta. Use the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if the sauce becomes too thick.
6. Mix in half of the cooked Cajun beef. Toss to combine, leaving the rest for topping if desired.
7. Plate the pasta and top with remaining beef. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Bring your cheese to room temperature for faster melting and smoother sauce.
Don’t skip the pasta water—it’s essential for adjusting sauce texture.
Always brown the beef in batches if needed to avoid steaming it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy pasta, beef linguine, Cajun pasta, comfort food