Creamy Beef and Shells



Ingredients for 4 people

- 8 ounces of medium pasta shells

- 1 tablespoon of olive oil

- 1 pound ground beef

- 1/2 medium sweet onion, diced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

- 2 cups beef broth

- 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce

- 3/4 cup heavy cream

- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

- 6 oz. grated extra sharp cheddar cheese, about 1 1/2 cups


Preparation Steps:

How to prepare the Creamy Beef and Shells


Step 1

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions; drain well.


Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat. Set aside.


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Step 3

Add onion to skillet and cook about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning until fragrant, about 1 minute.


Step 4

Stir in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.


Step 5

Gradually stir in beef broth and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until mixture is reduced and slightly thickened, about 6-8 minutes.


Step 6

Stir in pasta, beef and heavy cream until heated through, about 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cheese until melted, about 2 minutes.


Step 7

Serve immediately.

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