Description
This easy and creamy one-pot dish is packed with tender ground beef, cheesy pasta, and peas, all simmered together to create a rich and comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked shell pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Cook the Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season the Meat:
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.
- Add Liquids:
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Cook the Pasta:
- Add the uncooked shell pasta to the pot, stirring to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add Cheese and Peas:
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the peas are heated through.
- Serve:
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to swap out the shell pasta for any type of pasta you have on hand.
- You can add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg