Description
A comforting and creamy one-pan wonder, this Creamy Ground Beef Pasta is a hearty and delicious meal that the whole family will love. With tender pasta enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce, this dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk
- 12 ounces short pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large deep skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook ground beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add aromatics: Stir in chopped onion and cook until softened. Add garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook until fragrant.
- Add liquids and pasta: Pour in beef broth and milk, then add uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in cheeses: Add Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese (if using) to the skillet. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
- Thicken and garnish: Let the pasta sit uncovered to thicken slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add spinach or peas for extra veggies.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
