Description
This Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta is a satisfying one-pot meal that combines savory ground beef, tender pasta, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. It’s a comforting and easy dish perfect for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pasta and Cheese:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups beef broth
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Cook Aromatics: Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
- Season and Simmer: Add seasonings, tomatoes, broth, and pasta. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Stir in cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For added vegetables, consider stirring in spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini towards the end of cooking.
- Ground turkey or sausage can be substituted for the beef.
- Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of broth or cream for added moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
