Description
This One Pot Creamy Ground Beef Pasta is a weeknight dream come true! Made in one pot with tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a luscious creamy tomato sauce, this dish is hearty, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or elbows)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in beef broth, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir occasionally.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based meat if desired.
- Add spinach or peas for a veggie boost.
- Use milk instead of cream for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~540 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
