pasta ground beef
This hearty Pasta with Ground Beef recipe is a comforting and satisfying meal that combines flavorful ground beef with perfectly cooked pasta and a rich tomato sauce. Ideal for a family dinner, it is quick to prepare and can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet
- 1 colander
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving optional
- Fresh basil for garnish optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the can of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Combine the cooked pasta into the skillet with the beef and tomato sauce, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrition.
This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the beef.