Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is a delectable pasta dish featuring tender beef enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that clings to every shell. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s sure to delight your family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 8 ounces medium pasta shells
- 1 sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream into the skillet, stirring well. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gradually mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and Italian seasoning until melted.
- Fold in the drained pasta shells, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg