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Beef Pasta in Tomato Sauce


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Enjoy a hearty and flavorful Beef Pasta in Tomato Sauce that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. This easy recipe features tender pasta coated in a rich marinara sauce with lean ground beef, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.


Ingredients

8 oz pasta

1 tbsp olive oil

1 lb lean ground beef

1/2 sweet onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp instant bouillon cube (chicken or beef)

1 (15 oz) can marinara tomato sauce

1/2 tsp Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley


Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Prepare Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic, bouillon, and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Cook Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Crumble the beef as it cooks and drain any excess fat.
  4. Simmer Sauce: Stir in marinara sauce. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes.
  5. Combine: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir the cooked pasta into the sauce.
  6. Finish: Stir in chopped parsley and grated Parmesan until melted, about 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, rotini, or shells that hold the sauce well.

Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 588 calories per Serving