Creamy Beef Pasta
Directions
- 1Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add some olive oil.
- 2Add one yellow onion, a teaspoon of red pepper flakes, a teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a big pinch of salt. Cook for 6-8 minutes until tender.
- 3Add six cloves of minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4Add one and a quarter pounds of ground beef, a big pinch of salt, a big pinch of pepper, and a teaspoon of paprika. Break up the beef and brown it.
- 5Make a space in the center and add a big squeeze of tomato paste, cooking it for a few minutes.
- 6Bring all the ingredients together.
- 7Add three cups of beef broth and one cup of heavy cream, then bring to a low boil.
- 8Add one pound of pasta shells, lower the heat to a simmer, and cook until they are tender, which should be about 15-20 minutes.
- 9Add five ounces of sharp cheddar cheese.
- 10Taste the pasta and season with a big pinch of salt and a little bit of pepper if needed.
- 11Plate it up and garnish with some chives.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs Ground Beef
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 3 cups Beef Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 lb Pasta Shells
- 5 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Chives
- Olive Oil
Equipment
Dutch ovenSpoonMeat masherPlate
Tips
- This would be a good time to toss in some butter.
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