Ground Beef Pasta Dinner (Print-Friendly Version)
Savory pasta tossed with ground beef, tomato sauce, and Parmesan. Family-favorite Italian comfort meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound lean ground beef
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8 ounces dried penne or rotini pasta
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24 ounces crushed tomato sauce
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1 medium onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ To Serve
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
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Arrange all required ingredients on your work surface for efficient preparation.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and crumbly.
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Incorporate the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.
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Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8 to 12 minutes.
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Drain pasta thoroughly and transfer it into the skillet with the beef sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
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Divide the pasta among plates and top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
# Extra Tips:
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Allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for a richer flavor and thicker consistency.