One-Pot Creamy Beef and Shells

It’s a hearty blend of ground beef, pasta shells, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and tomato sauce. Made in one large skillet, it’s ready before you know it! https://insanelygoodrecipes.com/creamy-beef-and-shells/

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1: In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat (optional).

Step 2

2: Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Then, stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant.

Step 3

3: Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture, stir to combine, and cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

4: Gradually add the beef broth, followed by the tomato sauce, stirring continuously. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring the liquid to a boil.

Step 5

5: Add the pasta, stir well, then add the lid and reduce the heat to medium. Let simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender. Stir every few minutes to keep the pasta from sticking.

Step 6

6: When the pasta is cooked, add the heavy cream and stir. Top the dish with the cheese, cover with a lid, and leave to melt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

7: Stir the cheese into the dish and serve with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Step 8

Can also while adding shredded cheese add 2 tablespoons of cream cheese to help make it creamier