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Simple One Pot Ground Beef Pasta Recipe: Perfect for Weeknights

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One Pot Ground Beef Pasta

Cultural Context

One Pot Ground Beef Pasta is a convenient and hearty dish that reflects the busy lifestyles of many families. It combines the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with the practicality of a one-pot meal, making it a popular choice for weeknight dinners. The dish is versatile, allowing for various ingredient substitutions based on dietary preferences or availability.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
220 g (8 ounces) conchiglie, or any other shell-shaped pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
pinch of salt
1/2 medium onion
450 g (1 pound) extra lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic
450 g (2 cups) tomato sauce
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
120 ml (1/2 cup) heavy / whipping cream
Basil (optional)
Salt & pepper to taste
Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
Dijon mustard (optional but recommended for building layers of flavor)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from durum wheat

Whole grain pasta offers more fiber and nutrients.

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.

3

Stir in ground beef, cooking until browned.

4

Drain excess fat if necessary; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

5

Add pasta, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot.

6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

7

Stir in heavy cream and any optional ingredients before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupschopping boardknifespatulacheese grater

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

One Pot Beef PastaOne Pot Pasta with Ground Beef

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