Description
One Pan Cheesy Beef Shells is a simple and comforting ground beef pasta that makes an easy dinner for your family. This one pot pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners and features a creamy sauce packed with flavor from ground beef recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy or whipping cream
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups uncooked medium shells
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese cubed
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by cooking the ground beef and chopped onions in a large pot over medium-high heat until the beef is fully browned, about 7 to 10 minutes, breaking the meat apart as it cooks. Remove any extra fat from the pot.
- Mix in the tomato paste along with garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning until well blended.
- Pour in the beef broth, cream, and Worcestershire sauce, then bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Add the uncooked pasta shells once boiling, then lower the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 12 to 13 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cubed Velveeta cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper, then let it rest a few minutes or serve immediately.
Notes
- Serves 4-6 depending on the portion size
- You can use grated cheddar instead of Velveeta if you prefer
- As with any one pot meal, ingredients and stoves vary
- If the liquid reduces too quickly and the pasta isn’t done, add more liquid 1/2 cup at a time to prevent sticking
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl