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Creamy Beef and Shells

Creamy Beef and Shells That'll Wrap You in Comfort

This Creamy Beef and Shells recipe transforms weeknight dinners in under 30 minutes, cradling tender pasta in a rich, customizable sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Shells Choose large shells
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Or ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or white for best flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Consider vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Blend of dried basil, oregano, and thyme
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or half-and-half/coconut cream as alternatives
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  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, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until beef is browned and onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in beef broth and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in heavy cream, mixing well. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Fold cooked pasta shells into the creamy beef mixture, ensuring each shell is well-coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Serve the creamy beef and shells garnished with extra Italian seasoning if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, portion into containers and store for up to 3 months.

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