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Easy Creamy Ground Beef Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A quick and delicious pasta dish with a creamy tomato sauce and ground beef, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (see note)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • to taste Salt & pepper Salt & pepper
  • optional to taste Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  • Sauté onion and olive oil in a skillet for 4-5 minutes.
  • Add ground beef and garlic; cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
  • Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, mustard, and Italian seasoning; simmer 4-5 minutes.
  • Add cream; cook 3-5 minutes until warmed and slightly reduced. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss sauce with drained pasta, top with parmesan if desired, and serve.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer to deepen the taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: creamy, ground beef, pasta