Description
Get ready for a weeknight dinner dream! This Delicious Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet is a one-pan wonder that brings together savory ground beef, tender pasta, and a glorious, gooey cheese topping. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz elbow macaroni or shell pasta
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and diced onion for 6-8 minutes until no pink remains, then drain any excess fat.
Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Mix in the uncooked pasta, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring sometimes, until the pasta is tender.
Uncover and stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese until it’s melted into the sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top, cover again for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted, then garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta. Keep an eye on the pasta during the simmering stage. It should be tender, but not mushy, as it will continue to absorb liquid even after cooking.
Drain fat thoroughly. Properly draining the excess fat from the ground beef will give you a cleaner tasting sauce.
Season to taste. Salt and pepper are essential for bringing out the flavors of all the ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning before adding the final layer of cheese.
Use a deep skillet. A deep skillet or Dutch oven is ideal for this recipe, as it allows plenty of room for the liquid and pasta to cook without overflowing.
Resting is optional but nice. Letting the dish sit for a minute or two after melting the final layer of cheese can help the flavors meld further.
- Prep Time: Approximately 30-35 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A