Foryoueats: Halushky 2.0

1 lb (450 g) ground beef

1 1/2 tbsp butter

1/2 onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp Italian herbs

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or chili flakes (optional)

32 oz chicken stock or broth

2 cups (250 g) penne pasta or any pasta of your choice

1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

¼ cup (30 g) mozzarella cheese (optional)

Parsley or chives (optional)

Halushky 2.0