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One pot creamy tomato beef pasta

One Pot Creamy Tomato Beef Pasta

A comforting one pot pasta dish featuring savory ground beef, rich tomato sauce, and creamy Parmesan cheese, ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 pound pasta penne or rigatoni
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large deep pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until no pink remains, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stir well to combine.
  4. Add uncooked pasta directly to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
  5. Cook until pasta is tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined and sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil.
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Notes

Use 85-90% lean ground beef for best flavor. Add cream at the end to prevent curdling. Different pasta shapes may need slightly adjusted cooking times. Let dish sit for 5 minutes before serving for flavors to meld.
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