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One-pot creamy pasta with ground beef and shell noodles in a rich tomato cream sauce, served hot.

Creamy Beef and Shells

An easy, creamy one-pot pasta dish made with ground beef, pasta shells, tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, and a rich blend of herbs. Comfort food at its best—ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Serving Size 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 teaspoon minced dried onion
  • 2 teaspoon minced dried garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 4 cups medium pasta shells
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz grated cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain grease if needed.
  • Stir in onion, garlic, basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and tomato sauce. Mix until well combined.
  • Add beef broth and uncooked pasta shells. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally.
  • Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.