Description
A comforting beef pasta dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is soft.
- Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Mix well.
- If desired, sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy your meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use whole grain pasta for added fiber.
- For a vegetarian version, use lentils instead of beef.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: beef pasta recipes, easy pasta, comfort food