Description
A simple yet delicious creamy ground beef pasta dish that embodies comfort food at its finest, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 oz uncooked pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 sweet yellow onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, following the package instructions.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or small pot/Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the ground beef and minced garlic, cooking for about 8 minutes until the beef is browned. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks, draining any excess fat if necessary.
- Mix in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 3-5 minutes, letting it heat through and thicken a bit.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss the sauce with the drained pasta. Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired and serve.
Notes
For added flavors, consider incorporating vegetables or swapping beef with ground turkey or chicken.
