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Creamy Beef and Shells

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A wholesome comfort meal featuring tender shells and savory ground beef in a luxuriously creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz shell pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the shell pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 mins). Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Brown the beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil, add ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned (5-7 mins).
  3. Add diced tomatoes: Pour in the canned tomatoes, stir, and let simmer for a couple of minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream: Lower the heat and add heavy cream, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine everything: Toss in the cooked shell pasta, mix until fully coated, and adjust with reserved pasta water if too thick.
  6. Serve and enjoy: Serve in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe with vegetables, spices, or different types of pasta to suit your taste.

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Keywords: creamy beef, pasta, comfort food, family dinner

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