Rich Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta
A comforting pasta dish with melted cheese and savory ground beef, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Brown the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Be sure to drain any excess fat for a lighter dish.
- Simmer with sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine pasta and beef: Mix the drained pasta into the beef mixture and stir until well combined.
- Melt the cheese: Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve your hearty meal and enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg