Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is a heartwarming dish that combines tender shell pasta with succulent ground beef in a luscious, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, making it an instant family favorite. The rich flavors meld beautifully, creating a comforting experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz medium shell pasta
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, browning it thoroughly while breaking it apart (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in softened cream cheese until melted; gradually add beef broth and mix well.
- Fold in the cooked shell pasta until evenly coated. Heat together for another couple of minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cover briefly until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg