Ground Beef Pasta
Ground beef pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef and al dente pasta in a rich, flavorful sauce. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its robust taste and satisfying texture, it’s sure to become a staple in your home. Bring everyone together around the table and relish every bite of this deliciously hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil salted water. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned with no pink remaining.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Mix in cooked pasta with sauce. Gradually add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Plate hot pasta topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg