Description
A quick and easy one-pot pasta recipe with a flavorful meat sauce, finished with a touch of cream and topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. This comforting dish is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Meat Sauce:
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbs tomato paste
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1 28–oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
Pasta:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 lb pasta (rigatoni or penne)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese and fresh Italian parsley for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot, add onion, and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste.
- Cook Beef: Add ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Add Liquid: Pour in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add pasta, ensuring it’s covered by the liquid. Simmer until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Finish: Stir in heavy cream. Serve in bowls, topped with Parmesan and parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
