Description
Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to busy weeknights. This one-pan dish features tender pasta enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce, paired with savory ground beef and colorful veggies. It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for hectic evenings when you crave a hearty meal without the fuss. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this delightful recipe that promises satisfaction in every cheesy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz short pasta (such as penne or shells)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, browning it while breaking it apart. Drain excess fat but leave some for flavor.
- Stir in beef broth and cream cheese until melted and well combined to create the sauce.
- Mix in the drained pasta and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until all noodles are evenly coated in sauce.
- Serve hot with optional fresh herbs or additional cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about ¼ of the recipe)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg