Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 cups ziti pasta, cooked (see notes)
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 lb ground beef
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1 onion, chopped
→ Seasonings & Flavorings
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes (optional)
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1/2 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
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Salt to taste
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
# Instructions:
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Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente, minus 1 minute. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Drain pasta without rinsing.
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Meanwhile, in a large skillet over high heat, add olive oil and brown the ground beef while breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes. Reduce to medium heat.
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Season beef with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in garlic, onions, chili flakes, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, parsley, and 1/2 cup pasta water (or plain water). Simmer until meat is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
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Toss in the cooked pasta and 1 cup of mozzarella. Top with remaining cheese and cover with lid to melt. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.
# Notes:
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This is one of those one-pot wonders with excellent flavor and a deep savory taste that pleases the whole family.
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You can use leftover pasta for this recipe, which makes it even quicker to prepare.
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The reserved pasta water helps create a silky sauce and binds everything together.
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This skillet dinner is ready in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.