Homemade Beefaroni Easy Dinner (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 cup onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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24 ounces spaghetti sauce
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1 teaspoon sugar
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8 ounces ziti
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2 ½ cups beef broth
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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Fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onions, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 30 seconds. Discard excess fat.
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Incorporate tomato paste into the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
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Add spaghetti sauce and sugar to the skillet. Mix thoroughly and bring to a simmer.
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Add the ziti and beef broth. Stir to ensure the pasta is evenly covered with liquid.
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Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
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Stir in heavy cream and simmer on low heat for 8-10 minutes.
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Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil and serve immediately.
# Notes:
01 -
Any short cut pasta can be substituted.
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Leftover canned tomato paste can be stored in freezer bags or ice cube trays for later use.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.