Fluffster's Very Best Beef and Cheese Skillet Dinner
Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate comfort food: Fluffster’s Very Best Beef and Cheese Skillet Dinner! This one-pan wonder combines juicy browned ground beef, tender pasta shells, and a perfectly seasoned tomato-beef broth, all topped with a generous layer of gooey melted cheddar cheese. With warm notes of garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika, every bite bursts with rich, savory flavor. The best part? It comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and enjoy a hearty, cheesy crowd-pleaser that's as easy to make as it is to devour. Perfect for family dinners, this beef and cheese skillet recipe will quickly become your go-to for satisfying cravings while minimizing cleanup!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups uncooked pasta shells
- 2.5 cups beef broth
- 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Step 2
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside on a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Step 4
Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Add the uncooked pasta shells, beef broth, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Step 6
Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Step 7
Cover the skillet with the lid again and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious 'Fluffster's Very Best Beef and Cheese Skillet Dinner'!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2298.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3790.0 |
| Total Fat 175.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 84.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 561.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5817.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 370.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.4g | |
| Protein 201.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1913.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3846.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories