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Ground Beef and Cheese Pasta

A comforting dish where savory ground beef meets creamy, melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or casual weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Pasta of choice like penne or rotini
  • 1 tbsp Salt for boiling pasta
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Canned diced tomatoes or fresh tomatoes when in season
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning add red pepper flakes for extra heat
  • 2 cups Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar) shredded
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for sprinkling on top
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil or parsley chopped

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add your favorite pasta. Cook until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Sauté the Beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and brown 1 pound of ground beef. Cook until it's no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula—this should take about 5-7 minutes.
Add Aromatics
  1. Toss in minced garlic and diced onion to the beef. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
Mix the Sauce
  1. Stir in your favorite marinara sauce or diced tomatoes into the skillet. Let it simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Gently fold the cooked pasta into the beef and sauce mixture in the skillet. Mix until every piece is coated evenly with that delicious sauce—about 2 minutes should do!
Add Cheese
  1. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top of your pasta dish. Cover with a lid and let it cook on low for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbly.
Garnish
  1. Optional: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a pop of color and freshness!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Choose lean ground beef for a healthier dish, and always cook your pasta al dente.

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