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One-Pot Creamy Ground Beef and Pasta

A close-up of a hearty serving of creamy beef pasta made with rigatoni noodles, generously coated in sauce.
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Make a rich, velvety ground beef pasta dish quickly using just one pot for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 12 ounces dry pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add the undrained diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the dry pasta to the boiling liquid. Stir well to prevent sticking.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and the cubed cream cheese until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a tangier flavor, substitute 2 tablespoons of tomato paste with the diced tomatoes.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the cream, add a splash more broth or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor in the sauce.

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