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Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

A one-pan, family-friendly dinner featuring tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef lean preferred
  • 2 cups pasta penne, rotini, or macaroni
  • 1 onion small, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant.
  4. Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and beef broth, stirring to combine.
  6. Stir in uncooked pasta. Bring mixture to a simmer.
  7. Cover skillet and cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  8. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Add chili flakes for heat or swap cheeses for variety. Store leftovers refrigerated for 3–4 days or freeze up to 2 months.