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
    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.

  1. Combine
    Add cooked pasta shells into the beef mixture.
    Stir until everything is coated in creamy goodness.
  2. Serve hot
    Garnish with parsley, black pepper, or chili flakes.

💙 Weight Watchers Points
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.