Description
One-Pot Creamy Beef and Shells is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef with tender pasta shells enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights, bringing the family together around the table with its irresistible flavors. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until soft.
- Stir in pasta shells and dried herbs; mix well.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat. - Add spinach or roasted vegetables for extra nutrition. - Experiment with spices like paprika or chili flakes for added flavor.