Creamy Beef Pasta Made with 1 lb Ground Beef
Creamy Beef Pasta for Cozy Nights is a rich, one-pot dinner packed with ground beef, pasta, and a velvety tomato cream sauce. It’s perfect for weeknights or cold evenings when comfort food calls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2½ cups beef broth
8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain fat.
- Add onion and garlic. Cook 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste and seasonings. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and pasta. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cream and cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Simmer uncovered 2 more minutes if needed to thicken.
- Serve hot, topped with parsley if desired.
Notes
Adjust thickness with broth or water if needed. Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt and flavor.