Description
A quick and tasty Beef and Pasta Skillet recipe perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the elbow macaroni to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier twist, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg