Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet. Tender pasta is enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce, complemented by perfectly seasoned ground beef. This one-pan wonder is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a surefire way to bring everyone together for a delightful dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Push the onion mixture aside, add ground beef, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and top with cheddar cheese. Cover and reduce heat for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550 calories
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg