One-Pot 5-Ingredient Creamy Beef Pasta
This easy one-pot creamy beef pasta combines tender pasta shells, savory ground beef, onion, marinara sauce, and milk for a rich, comforting weeknight dinner. Made with five main ingredients, it's simple, family-friendly, and ready in about 35 minutes.
Equipment
- Large deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot,
- wooden spoon & knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring Cups
- colander (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound 450 g ground beef
- 12 ounces 340 g medium pasta shells
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 24 ounces 680 g marinara sauce
- 1 cup 240 ml milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking the beef into small pieces, until browned and the onion is softened. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and uncooked pasta shells.
- Add enough water to help the pasta cook. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring well.
- Cover partially and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently. Add more hot water as needed until the pasta is tender.
- Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the milk.
- Cook gently for another 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce is creamy and coats the pasta.
- Season with salt and black pepper if needed. Remove from the heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- 450 calories
- 25 g protein
- 45 g carbohydrates
- 15 g fat.
