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One Pot Creamy Tomato Beef Pasta

A delightful dish that combines savory beef, creamy sauce, and pasta, all cooked together in one pot, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the sauté

  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

For the beef

  • 500 g beef mince / ground beef
  • 2 tsp Italian herbs
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 400 g can crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 1/2 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken stock / broth, low sodium

For the pasta

  • 350 g fusilli, penne, or elbow macaroni or other short pasta

For the creamy finish

  • 3/4 cups thickened / heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese, finely grated for serving
  • Parsley, finely chopped optional, for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat the olive oil on high heat in a large heavy-based pot. Cook the garlic and onion for 1 1/2 minutes.

Cooking the beef

  • Add the beef and cook, breaking it up as you go, until there is no red meat left. Add the Italian herbs and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.

Combining ingredients

  • Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if you’re using them. Stir, then add the pasta.

Cooking

  • Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cook for 15 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes to prevent the pasta from sticking, until the pasta is almost cooked.

Finishing touches

  • Add the cream and simmer for another 1 to 2 minutes. It should still be quite saucy as the pasta absorbs liquid quickly.
  • Remove from the stove. Give it a good stir and ladle into bowls. Serve with Parmesan and parsley on top.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the pasta cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a pot over low heat, adding a bit of chicken stock or cream if it looks dry. For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or mushrooms when cooking the garlic and onion. To make it spicier, increase the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your taste. If you prefer whole grain or gluten-free pasta, you can substitute it with your favorite type.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Keyword Creamy Tomato Beef Pasta, Easy Dinner, Hearty Meal, One Pot Pasta, Weeknight Dinner
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