Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring ground beef and shell pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces medium pasta shells
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- In a separate pot, cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Once the sauce is simmering, add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet and stir until well coated.
- Mix in the cheddar cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg