Hearty Weeknight Ground Beef & Pasta Skillet
A quick and satisfying one-pan meal, this hearty ground beef and pasta skillet is perfect for busy weeknights. It's packed with flavor and comes together in under 40 minutes.
Equipment
- large skillet or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef lean or regular
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Onion diced
- 2 Garlic minced
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes undrained (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup Beef Broth low sodium
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Cooked Pasta small shapes like elbow macaroni, ditalini, or small shells
- 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown the ground beef, breaking it up until no pink remains, then drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning, then stir and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in pre-cooked pasta and, if desired, sprinkle cheese over top, cover briefly to melt, and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is easily adaptable; feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrients. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.