Creamy Beef and Shells
A comforting and easy-to-make dish that blends savory beef with creamy pasta shells, perfect for busy families.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz large pasta shells
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Drain any excess fat from the beef, then add the pasta shells to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, slowly stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper according to your taste and simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Customize the recipe by adding in vegetables or substituting the beef for turkey or plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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