Creamy Beef and Shells
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Beef and Shells, a delightful one-pan dish that takes just 25 minutes to prepare. This recipe combines tender pasta shells with savory ground beef, rich cheddar cheese, and creamy sauce for a meal that rivals your favorite takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings, this easy-to-make dinner is sure to please everyone at the table. With only one skillet to clean up afterward, you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time doing dishes. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or cheeses to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces medium pasta shells
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 15 ounce can tomato sauce
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 6 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, then stir in minced garlic and seasonings.
- Whisk in flour before adding beef stock and tomato sauce; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cooked pasta, reserved beef, heavy cream, and shredded cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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