Description
One pot creamy beef and shells with tender pasta, savory beef, and a rich cheesy tomato sauce. An easy 30 minute family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef 85 to 90 percent lean
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
- 3 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1 15 ounce can tomato sauce
- 8 ounces small pasta shells about 2 cups dry
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through to 160 degrees F.
- Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and tomato sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the dry pasta shells, ensuring they are mostly submerged in liquid.
- Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream along with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until fully melted and creamy.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F as measured with a meat thermometer to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American