Description
This rich and cozy Creamy One-Pot Beef & Shells is your go-to solution for a fast and satisfying dinner. Tender shell pasta is simmered in seasoned beef broth, then finished with a velvety blend of cheddar cheese and cream. It’s the perfect weeknight comfort food, all made in one pan. Whether you’re after an easy dinner, hearty family meal, or quick comfort classic, this recipe has you covered. Great for those looking for quick dinner ideas, one-pot meals, and delicious beef pasta recipes!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
2 cups pasta shells
2 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil.
2. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
4. Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning. Cook for another minute to deepen the flavor.
5. Add beef broth and stir in the pasta shells. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer. Cover and cook for about 12 minutes until pasta is tender.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until melted and creamy.
7. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheddar for the smoothest melt and best flavor.
If the sauce thickens too much upon reheating, stir in a splash of milk or broth.
For added depth, brown the tomato paste with the beef before adding liquid.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx.)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg