Description
Creamy Tomato Ground Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender ground beef and pasta enveloped in a velvety tomato sauce. This delightful dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With rich flavors of garlic, herbs, and freshly grated Parmesan, every bite offers warmth and satisfaction. Elevate your mealtime experience with this easy-to-follow recipe that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (80/20)
- 8 oz (225g) penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until golden brown.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks; drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower heat and gradually stir in heavy cream until well combined; cook until the sauce turns a light pink color.
- Toss cooked pasta into the creamy sauce until evenly coated. Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat. Enhance flavor by adding chopped spinach or bell peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.