Ground Beef Pasta
Ground beef pasta is a comforting, hearty dish that combines savory beef, tender noodles, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe evokes nostalgia and warmth with every bite. Experience the joy of cooking as you create a flavorful meal that promises to impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Meanwhile, boil water in a separate pot and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Once beef is cooked through, add canned crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet. Stir well to coat with the sauce.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg