Creamy Beef Pasta

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil, one diced yellow onion, one teaspoon of red pepper flakes, one teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a big pinch of salt.
  2. 2Add six cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. 3Add 1.25 lbs of ground beef, a big pinch of salt, pepper, and one teaspoon of paprika. Break it up and brown it.
  4. 4Add two to three tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.
  5. 5Add three cups of beef broth and one cup of heavy cream. Bring to a low boil.
  6. 6Add one pound of pasta shells, lower heat to a simmer, and cook until tender (15-20 minutes).
  7. 7Add five ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
  8. 8Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. 9Garnish with chives and serve.

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
  • 2 big pinches Salt
  • 2 big pinches Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 lb Pasta shells
  • 5 oz Sharp cheddar cheese
  • 0 Chives

Equipment

Dutch oven