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Cheesy Ground Beef and Pasta

Cheesy Ground Beef and Pasta

Make this comforting cheesy ground beef and pasta recipe tonight! One-pan, easy, and packed with flavor — perfect for busy families.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (450 g) ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 2 cups uncooked pasta elbow, penne, or shells
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Step 1 – Brown the Ground Beef
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add your ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon.
  4. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until browned and no longer pink.
  5. Drain off any excess fat.
  6. Step 2 – Add the Aromatics
  7. Once your beef is nicely browned, stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic.
  8. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  9. Step 3 – Add Liquids and Pasta
  10. Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth.
  11. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  12. Stir everything well, then add the uncooked pasta directly into the skillet.
  13. Step 4 – Make It Cheesy
  14. Add the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  15. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce, creating that irresistible creamy texture.
  16. Step 5 – Serve and Enjoy
  17. Spoon your cheesy ground beef and pasta into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve it hot.
  18. Pair it with garlic bread or a crisp salad for a complete meal that feels like a cozy hug after a long day.

Notes

  • Serve with warm garlic bread or breadsticks to soak up the sauce.
  • A fresh Caesar salad or garden salad
  • Roasted vegetables like broccoli, zucchini, or carrots
  • Simple coleslaw for a cool, crisp contrast