Creamy Ground Beef Pasta (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound fresh ground beef
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8 ounces your favorite pasta, uncooked
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¾ cup rich heavy cream or whipping cream
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1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes with their juices
→ Aromatics & Seasonings
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Half a sweet yellow onion, diced
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1½ teaspoons fresh minced garlic
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2 tablespoons thick tomato paste
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½ teaspoon Dijon mustard for depth
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¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
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Sea salt to your liking
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Freshly ground black pepper
→ For Cooking
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1 tablespoon good quality olive oil
→ Optional Toppings
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Fresh grated Parmesan cheese
# Let's Cook!:
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Start by bringing a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Cook your pasta until it's perfectly al dente according to the package directions.
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While the pasta cooks, warm the olive oil in a spacious skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Toss in the chopped onion and let it cook until soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
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Add your ground beef and minced garlic to the softened onions. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks, letting it brown nicely for around 8 minutes. If there's excess fat, feel free to drain it off.
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Stir in your diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, and Italian seasoning. Let everything simmer together for 4-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce and the flavors to meld.
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Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then toss with your cooked pasta. If you'd like, finish with a generous sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese before serving.
# Recipe Notes:
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This comforting pasta dish combines the richness of ground beef with a creamy tomato sauce for a perfect weeknight dinner.