Description
Beef pasta is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender ground beef enveloped in a rich tomato sauce and paired with your favorite pasta. This dish is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it based on what you have at home. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, this recipe promises a burst of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart (5-7 minutes).
- 3. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- 4. Add Sauce: Stir in canned tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 5. Combine: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the beef mixture until well coated.
- 6. Serve: Plate your beef pasta and garnish with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg