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Delicious Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe

Delicious Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe
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Creamy Beef and Shells is a satisfying one-pot meal that combines tender pasta shells, seasoned ground beef, and a rich, cheesy sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta:

  • 8 ounces medium pasta shells

Beef Mixture:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1 15-ounce jar tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain well.
  2. Prepare the Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside. Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and mustard powder, and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef stock and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Combine and Serve: Stir in the cooked pasta, beef, and heavy cream. Heat through and season with salt and pepper. Finally, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
  • For a spicier kick, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.

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