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One-Pot Creamy Ground Beef Pasta

Close-up of a white bowl filled with penne beef pasta tossed in a rich sauce and topped with fresh chopped parsley.
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Make this satisfying, creamy ground beef pasta in a single pot for an easy weeknight dinner that tastes indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces penne pasta (or rotini/shells)
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add the undrained diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the dry pasta to the pot, stirring to submerge it completely.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a high protein beef pasta variation, use lean ground turkey or ground sirloin.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the mixture simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the cream.
  • You can substitute the penne with tortellini for a cheeseburger tortellini skillet feel.

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