Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is a delightful, comforting dish that combines tender pasta shells with a rich, savory beef sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is sure to please both kids and adults. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that embodies the essence of comfort food. This versatile dish allows for easy customization with your favorite vegetables or protein substitutions, making it a go-to choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add beef broth and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer on low for another 5 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in cooked pasta shells until well-coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Italian seasoning if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg