Description
Hearty One Pot Creamy Tomato Beef Pasta brings Italian-inspired comfort directly to dinner tables with rich, savory flavors. Busy home cooks can enjoy this quick, satisfying meal that delivers maximum taste with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (1 pound) beef mince/ground beef
- 350 grams (12 ounces) fusilli, penne, elbow macaroni, or other short pasta
- 400 grams (14 ounces) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups (1 liter) chicken stock/broth, low sodium
- 3/4 cup thickened/heavy cream
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cooking salt/kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Garnish:
- Parmesan cheese, finely grated (for serving)
- Parsley, finely chopped (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium-high temperature, then introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté the aromatics until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Introduce ground beef to the pot, breaking it into crumbly pieces while browning thoroughly. Infuse the meat with Italian seasoning, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, subtle red pepper flakes, and a balanced blend of salt and black pepper.
- Stream chicken stock into the mixture, allowing the liquid to reach a gentle simmer. Carefully fold in uncooked pasta, stirring intermittently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking until the pasta reaches a perfect al dente texture.
- Gently incorporate thickened cream, stirring continuously to create a luxurious, velvety sauce. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the pasta becomes completely enrobed in the rich, creamy coating.
- Transfer the pasta to serving dishes, garnishing with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of vibrant chopped parsley for an elegant finishing touch. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot and wonderfully aromatic.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for mild or spicy preferences.
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content while maintaining rich flavor profile.
- Swap regular pasta with whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives for dietary accommodations.
- Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can elevate the dish’s aromatic quality when added at the final cooking stage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg