One-Pot Creamy Beef & Shell Pasta – 30-Minute Recipe
A comforting one‑pot pasta that blends savory ground beef, tender shells, and a velvety cheese sauce. The dish is quick to prepare, making it a perfect family dinner for busy evenings. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright finish to this creamy classic.
Recipe by Mediterranean Bites· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 2 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- to taste fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1Brown the ground beef in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- 2Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, tomato paste, beef broth, and heavy cream.
- 3Add the uncooked pasta shells, stir well, and bring to a gentle boil.
- 4Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
- 5Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- 6Serve hot with fresh parsley or extra Parmesan on top.
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Drain excess fat
After browning the ground beef, drain the fat before adding seasonings and liquids.
Stir occasionally while simmering
During the 12–15 minute simmer, stir the pot occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
Add cheese after pasta is tender
Mix in cheddar and Parmesan only after the pasta has softened, ensuring a smooth melt.
Cover the pot while simmering
Reduce heat, cover, and let the mixture simmer to cook the pasta evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make One-Pot Creamy Beef & Shell Pasta?
- About 30 minutes in total: 5 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this One-Pot Creamy Beef & Shell Pasta recipe make?
- This recipe makes 6 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this One-Pot Creamy Beef & Shell Pasta recipe come from?
- It was shared by Mediterranean Bites on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.