This version gives you all the creamy, cozy vibes of the classic dish — but with lighter ingredients, reduced carbs, and zero-point add-ins to help balance WW points and blood sugar.

🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 4)

(Very low-point & diabetic-friendly)

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

🍝 Why This Recipe Works

  • The Greek yogurt + almond milk combo gives rich creaminess with NO heavy cream.
  • Extra-lean beef keeps fat low but protein high.
  • Choosing the right pasta keeps carbs controlled while staying satisfying.