Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is a delightful, comforting dish that brings a touch of warmth to your dinner table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this cheesy pasta meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The creamy sauce, combined with tender beef and shell pasta, offers a rich and satisfying experience that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or cheese for an extra burst of flavor. This one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup while delivering maximum taste with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces shell pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook until the beef is browned and no pink remains, then drain excess grease.
- Season the beef mixture with seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the tomato sauce, beef broth, and heavy whipping cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted, forming a creamy sauce.
- Combine the drained shell pasta with the sauce in the skillet, stirring well. Simmer for an additional 5–10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg