Description
Cheesy Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender pasta enveloped in a creamy sauce infused with savory ground beef and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that brings joy to any table. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Stir in minced garlic.
- Add ground beef, cooking until browned; break it apart with a spoon.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta and half of the cheddar cheese into the beef mixture.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate veggies like spinach or bell peppers. Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for lighter options.