Description

This stovetop creamy ground beef pasta is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender pasta coated in a rich, cheesy sauce with savory ground beef. It’s quick, easy to make, and perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

12 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta)

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 ½ cups beef broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp salt (or to taste)

¼ tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess grease.
Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
Stir in Cheese and Pasta: Lower heat and add shredded cheddar and Parmesan. Stir until melted. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated in sauce.
Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and let sit for a couple of minutes to thicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish