For the Beef Mixture
- 1 lb (450g) extra-lean ground beef (96% lean)
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (0 points)
- ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt (0 points)
- 2 tbsp light cream cheese OR 2 tbsp low-fat Laughing Cow
- 1 tbsp cornstarch OR 1 tbsp whole-wheat flour
- ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional but delicious)
For the Pasta
Choose based on your diet needs:
- WW option: 2 cups whole-wheat small shells
- Diabetic-friendly option: 2 cups high-fiber protein pasta (like Barilla Protein+)
- Keto/very low-carb option: 2 cups low-carb konjac pasta shells
🔪 Instructions
1. Cook your pasta
- Boil according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- (For konjac pasta: rinse well, then boil for 2 minutes to remove the smell.)
2. Cook the beef
- In a nonstick pan, brown the extra-lean ground beef.
- Add diced onion and garlic; cook until soft.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
3. Make the creamy sauce
In a bowl, whisk:
- Almond milk
- Beef broth
- Cornstarch (or flour)
Pour into the pan with beef and simmer until thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in:
- Greek yogurt
- Light cream cheese
- Parmesan (optional)
Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Combine
- Add cooked pasta shells into the beef mixture.
- Stir until everything is coated in creamy goodness.
5. Serve hot
Garnish with parsley, black pepper, or chili flakes.
💙 Weight Watchers Points
Approximate values per 1 serving:
- WW Blue/Green/Purple: 4–6 points (depending on pasta choice)
- Using konjac pasta → 2–3 points only!
🩺 Diabetic-Friendly Notes
This dish supports blood sugar control because:
- High protein
- High fiber (use protein pasta or whole-wheat pasta)
- Low-sugar sauce
- No cream, no heavy carbs, no added fat
