Ground Beef Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lblean ground beef
- ½ cdiced yellow onion
- 3 clovesgarlic
grated or minced
- ½ cflat leaf parsley
chopped
- 2 tspitalian seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- 2 clow sodium beef broth
- 28 ozcan crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbspbalsamic vinegar
optional
- 8 ozpasta
- ½ cshredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cplain greek yogurt
optional
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a deep large skillet, Dutch oven, or pot. When the oil is hot add in the ground beef and crumble it. When it's partially cooked add in the onion and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook until the beef is cooked through and the onion has softened.
- 2
Sprinkle in the dried spices then pour in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and parsley. Reserve a little bit of the parsley for garnishing. Stir everything together then dump the pasta in. Stir so that the pasta is submerged completely in the sauce.
- 3
Bring to a boil then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Stir often so that the pasta doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. If the sauce gets too thick before the pasta has finished cooking, stir in 1/4 cup of additional broth at a time.
- 4
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and Greek yogurt (if you're using it) until it's fully incorporated. Taste for seasoning and garnish with extra parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.
Ground Beef Pasta
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that comes together with minimal fuss? This one-pot ground beef pasta is your new weeknight hero, promising rich flavors and easy cleanup that the whole family will love. It's designed to deliver a deeply satisfying dinner without the mountain of dishes.
The secret to this ground beef pasta's appeal lies in its one-pot design, where the pasta simmers directly in a savory tomato sauce. This ingenious method allows the pasta to fully absorb all the delicious flavors from the lean ground beef, aromatic garlic, and robust Italian seasoning, creating a cohesive and incredibly flavorful dish that tastes like it cooked all day. It’s a technique that truly elevates the everyday.
Prepare for a taste experience that is both familiar and exciting. You'll find tender pasta coated in a rich, savory tomato sauce, brightened by herbaceous parsley and a gentle hum of garlic and Italian seasoning. The lean ground beef adds a satisfying heartiness, while the optional red pepper flakes offer a subtle warmth. With parmesan cheese stirred in, you get a creamy, umami-packed finish. This dish is designed to be straightforward and satisfying, perfect for an uncomplicated yet delicious dinner.
This recipe offers simple ways to customize it to your liking. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to achieve your preferred level of spice, from just a hint to a more noticeable kick. For those who appreciate a deeper, tangier note in their sauce, the balsamic vinegar is an optional addition that provides a lovely complexity. If you desire an extra layer of creaminess and a subtle tang, stir in the optional plain Greek yogurt at the end. These small additions can truly transform the dish to suit your taste.
This robust Ground Beef Pasta is an ideal centerpiece for a casual weeknight dinner or a cozy family gathering. Serve it warm, perhaps alongside a simple green salad or some crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the savory sauce, creating a complete and satisfying meal.