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Ground Beef Pasta

Ground Beef Pasta

This Ground Beef Pasta is a creamy, cheesy meal that's quick to prepare and loved by the family.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 668 kcal

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • pan
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef 85% lean
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Thickening and Liquids

  • 3 tablespoons flour optional - helps thicken the sauce
  • 16 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup half and half (half cream, half milk)

Pasta and Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 pound Rotini pasta

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Shred the cheese and set it aside along with the half and half. We don’t want those to be cold when we add them to the sauce.
  • Cook and crumble the ground beef over medium heat. Add the onions halfway through and cook until softened.
  • Drain grease. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add salt, Worcestershire sauce, and flour. Stir to combine and cook for 3 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  • Add chicken broth and use a silicone spatula to clean the bottom of the pan. Add the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Bring a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes while you start boiling water for the pasta. Once the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook for 7 minutes or per package instructions.
  • Slowly add in the half and half to the sauce, stirring as you go.
  • Reduce heat to low and slowly sprinkle in the cheese. Stir to combine. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Serve with garlic bread with cheese.

Notes

Pro Tips: Shred cheese from a block for better melting. Penne, Rigatoni, Ziti, Bowtie, or Cavatappi are good pasta choices. Optional additions: drained diced tomatoes, frozen peas, carrots, and/or corn. Milk may be used instead of half and half; reduce heat to avoid curdling. Recipe is in The Cozy Cookbook on page 136. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 668kcal
Keyword Cheesy Pasta, creamy sauce, easy meal, family meal, Ground Beef Pasta
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