Ground Beef Pasta
Ground beef pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender pasta with savory ground beef and a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, delivering mouthwatering flavors that will leave everyone asking for more. With its vibrant colors and delightful aroma, this meal not only satisfies hunger but also warms the heart.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed canned tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef; cook until browned and crumbly (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- In a separate pot, boil salted water and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Drain pasta and mix it with the sauce in the skillet. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg