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Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet Comfort Food

A spoonful of Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet Comfort Food showing a dramatic cheese pull over the skillet.
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Make this rich, satisfying ground beef and pasta dish entirely in one skillet for a quick, family-friendly weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni or small pasta shape
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the dry pasta to the skillet, stirring to submerge it in the liquid.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream until fully combined.
  8. Add the cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese. Stir constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  9. Serve immediately from the skillet.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the beef broth with dry red wine and let it cook down before adding the remaining broth.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the cheese, add a splash of milk or extra broth until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a more pronounced cheesy flavor in this comfort food dish.

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