Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that’s as indulgent as it is easy? This Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Beef, Sausage and Spinach hits every craving — rich, cheesy, garlicky, and loaded with savory meats. It’s a bold, satisfying dish made with simple ingredients like linguine, mozzarella, Italian sausage, and fresh spinach. Whether you need a comforting weeknight dinner, a hearty family meal, or something cozy for a weekend night in, this easy pasta recipe delivers. Perfect for anyone who loves easy dinner recipes, cheesy pasta, or bold food ideas!
Ingredients
400g linguine
250g ground beef
250g Italian sausage (spicy or sweet), casing removed
4 cups fresh spinach
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
½ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking them apart, until fully browned. Drain excess fat, but leave a little in the pan.
3. Push meat to one side, melt butter on the other side, and add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant. Mix everything together.
4. Add fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes. Stir to combine with the meat.
5. Toss in the cooked linguine and reserved pasta water. Mix until pasta is fully coated with the garlic butter and meat mixture.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top. For a bubbly finish, place skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes or cover and melt on low heat.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Serve hot and cheesy.
Notes
Use freshly grated mozzarella for the best melt — it makes a big difference in texture.
Don’t skip the pasta water — it helps create a silky sauce that clings to every bite.
You can prep the meat and garlic butter base ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop + optional broil
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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