Description
Creamy Beef and Shells is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender pasta shells, savory ground beef, and a rich garlic cream sauce in one easy skillet. Ready in under 40 minutes, this hearty family dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir in the Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta shells and toss until evenly coated in the creamy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra cheesiness, stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated with a splash of broth or milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American