Description

Indulge in a comforting bowl of ground beef and pasta, where savory flavors meet creamy textures. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With tender pasta enveloped in a rich tomato sauce, and customizable with your favorite veggies, it’s bound to become a family favorite. Enjoy the delightful aroma filling your kitchen as you bring this heartwarming dish to life.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
8 oz penne or rotini pasta
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
2 tsp Italian seasoning
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep all ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned with no pink remaining.
Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Pour in crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer while cooking pasta according to package instructions.
Drain cooked pasta and combine with the meat sauce in the skillet. Toss well to coat.
Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or bell peppers into the mix. Substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for later use.