Ultimate One-Pot Beef Pasta | Easy Cheesy Beef Pasta Recipe | Quick Dinner Idea

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in fat, and bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta of choice

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while other pasta types may be more affordable.

Sauté finely chopped onion in a large pot until softened.

Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Stir in bay leaves, cumin, garlic powder, mixed spice, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Add ketchup and diluted tomato paste; stir to combine.

Add uncooked pasta and chopped bell pepper; mix everything together.

Cover and cook until the pasta absorbs the flavors and becomes creamy, stirring occasionally.

Once cooked, stir in grated cheese until melted and creamy.

Garnish with fresh parsley and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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