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Easy Beef Pasta Recipe

This Easy Beef Pasta Recipe is a quick and comforting meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. It features tender pasta coated in a rich and savory beef sauce, infused with aromatic herbs and topped with parmesan cheese. It is a simple and delicious dish that everyone will enjoy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pasta penne, spaghetti, rigatoni
  • 1 pound ground beef lean
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet or Dutch oven
  • Colander
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • knife
  • Cutting board
  • spoon
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
  7. Drain off any excess grease.
  8. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  9. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
  10. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it simmer for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to thin it out.
  13. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the beef sauce.
  14. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.
  15. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a richer flavor, brown the beef properly and simmer the sauce for a longer time. Salt the pasta water generously and cook the pasta al dente. Customize the recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini. You can also use ground turkey or Italian sausage instead of ground beef. Leftover Beef Pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or skillet.