Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe, a satisfying one-pot dinner that combines tender ground beef, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta shells. Ideal for busy weeknights, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. With delicious ingredients coming together in a single pot, cleanup is a breeze, allowing you more time to enjoy this hearty meal with loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz large pasta shells
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Italian seasoning (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the beef broth and pasta shells; combine well.
- Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- Mix in the cream cheese and heavy cream; stir until creamy.
- Top with shredded cheese before serving and allow it to melt slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg