Creamy Beef and Shells
A comforting dish of tender pasta shells coated in a rich, creamy sauce with ground beef, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta by cooking the pasta shells in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes.
- Season the browned beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Add beef broth and simmer for about 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until cheese melts.
- Fold in the pasta shells until they are well coated with the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based options. This dish is also great for leftovers and can be reheated easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Beef and Shells, Comfort Food, Pasta, One-Pot Meal, Family Dinner
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