One-Pot Beef Bowtie Pasta
A quick and delicious one-pot meal combining ground beef, veggies, and pasta, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess grease.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups diced carrots
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 cups uncooked bowtie (farfalle) pasta You can substitute with any pasta shape.
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Sprinkle some extra on top for freshness.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and carrots, and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in tomato paste, then add tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then stir in the uncooked bowtie pasta.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce is thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if it seems dry. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or peas for more color and nutrients. Adjust spices to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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