One Pot Creamy Beef Pastaa (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
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16 ounces pasta (fusilli, rotini, or similar)
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1 onion, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Sauce & Dairy
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1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes (San Marzano recommended)
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3 cups beef broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven (or heavy-bottomed pot with a lid) over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4–6 minutes.
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Add the ground beef to the pot. Season with italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
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Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine. Increase the heat to bring the sauce to a simmer.
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Add the pasta and reduce the heat to medium. Cover the pot and cook for 9–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
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Remove your pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and half of the Parmesan cheese. If the sauce is too thick, add beef broth 1 tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency. If it's too thin, cook over medium heat for a few more minutes to thicken.
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Serve the creamy beef pasta immediately, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
# Notes:
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This one-pot meal minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor.
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The pasta cooks directly in the sauce, making it extra flavorful.