Easy Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe
This Easy Creamy Beef and Shells recipe is a quick and comforting pasta dish featuring tender shells tossed in a rich, savory meat sauce enhanced with a hint of cream. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines ground beef, tomato sauce, and a splash of heavy cream for a deliciously creamy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces medium uncooked shells
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1/3 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup heavy/whipping cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil water and cook the shells until al dente as per package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Onion: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes, allowing it to soften and brown slightly for added flavor.
- Brown Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet with onions and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until browned. Remove excess fat if necessary.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in minced garlic and chili powder, then pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly but does not dry out.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the cream warm through in the sauce.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the creamy meat sauce with the drained pasta shells and serve immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Serves 4-6 people depending on portion size.
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