One Pot Ground Beef Pasta

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1 tablespoon of butter to a pan.
  2. 2Add 1 lb (450 g) of ground beef to the pan.
  3. 3Fry the ground beef for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  4. 4Finely chop 1/2 of a large onion or 1 small onion.
  5. 5Add the chopped onion to the pan with the ground beef.
  6. 6Stir well and let it cook for a minute.
  7. 7Add 2 garlic cloves to the pan.
  8. 8Add 1 teaspoon of butter to the pan.
  9. 9Let the garlic fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  10. 10Season with salt and black pepper.
  11. 11Add 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs.
  12. 12Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or chili flakes (optional).
  13. 13Stir the ingredients well.
  14. 14Pour in 3 1/2 cups (820 ml) of chicken stock or broth.
  15. 15Bring to a boil and add 2 cups (250 g) penne pasta or any pasta of your choice.
  16. 16Simmer for about 10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
  17. 17Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream and let it simmer for another minute, just until everything comes together in a rich, silky sauce.
  18. 18Turn off the heat and sprinkle over some grated mozzarella cheese, if using.
  19. 19Cover the pan for 1 minute to let the cheese melt.
  20. 20Finely chop parsley or chives (optional).
  21. 21Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 0.5 large onion
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp butter
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes or chili flakes
  • 3.5 cups (820 ml) chicken stock or broth
  • 2 cups (250 g) penne pasta or any pasta of your choice
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • grated mozzarella cheese
  • parsley or chives

Equipment

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