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Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe

Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe for Cozy Dinner Bliss

This Creamy Beef and Shells recipe brings warmth and comfort to your table in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Shells Cook until al dente
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Rich Sauce
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Or use fresh herbs to taste
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter version
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Spinach Or Bell Peppers, chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add onions and garlic, sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle in Italian seasoning. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Lower heat and stir in the heavy cream, cooking until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Fold in cooked pasta shells, ensuring they are coated in the sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Italian seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, cook pasta al dente and taste for seasoning before serving. Customize with veggies as desired.

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