Beef Shells Creamy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
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8 ounces medium pasta shells
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1 pound ground beef
→ Aromatics & Seasonings
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 medium sweet onion, diced
→ Sauce
08 -
6 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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2 cups beef stock
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1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
# Instructions:
01 -
Boil water, season it with salt, and cook the pasta until done following the package instructions. Drain and set it aside.
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Heat olive oil in a pan and cook the ground beef on medium heat until browned (around 3-5 minutes). Get rid of the extra grease and keep it aside.
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Sauté the diced onion until soft and clear. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and flour. Stir it continuously for about a minute.
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Pour in the beef stock and tomato sauce, then let it cook for 6-8 minutes until it thickens a bit.
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Mix in the pasta, browned meat, heavy cream, and cheese. Stir everything together, warm it up, and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
# Notes:
01 -
Simple meal prepared in one pan (after pasta's cooked)
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Takes only 40 minutes to finish
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Perfect choice for a busy evening