Description
This Cheesy Ground Beef Skillet Pasta Recipe is a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With flavorful ground beef, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and a hearty pasta sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Pasta:
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- 8 ounces medium pasta
Other:
- 1–2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
- One 20-ounce jar pasta sauce
- 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Brown ground beef with seasonings in a skillet.
- Add Sauce: Stir in pasta sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix in cooked pasta and some cheese, then top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Bake until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Feel free to use your favorite type of pasta and cheese for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 600 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg