Creamy Beef and Shells
A delicious and comforting one-pan meal combining ground beef, pasta shells, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add beef broth and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes until thickened.
- Gently fold in the cooked pasta shells until well-coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Italian seasoning.
Notes
For added flavor, use fresh garlic and onions instead of powdered. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Adjust the amount of Italian seasoning according to your taste preferences. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, reheat gently before serving. You can also freeze this dish for up to 2 months.