Ground Beef Pasta
Ground beef pasta is a comforting dish that combines savory ground beef and creamy pasta in a delightful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe promises to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. With customizable ingredients, you can make it your own! Gather your family around the table and enjoy this hearty meal that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, allowing it to thicken slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring each piece is coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg