Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - ½ cup diced onion
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1 cup tomato sauce
07 - 2 cups beef broth
08 - 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow)
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
10 - ½ cup heavy cream
11 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
12 - Parmesan, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
02 - Add diced onion and sauté until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
03 - Season with salt and black pepper, then pour in tomato sauce and beef broth. Stir to combine.
04 - Add uncooked pasta, mix well, cover, and let simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Once pasta is tender, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
06 - Remove from heat and garnish with parsley and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Use freshly grated cheese for the best texture.
02 - Adjust seasoning and spice levels to taste.
03 - Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter version.

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