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Beef and Shells

Creamy Beef and Shells: Your New Favorite Comfort Meal

Discover the comforting flavors of Beef and Shells in this quick and easy meal that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Onions chopped; shallots can be used for a milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning adjust to taste
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Shells gluten-free pasta works for dietary needs
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups Beef Broth vegetable broth can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half can be a lighter substitute

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta shells and cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic for about 7-10 minutes until browned and the onions are translucent.
  3. Add beef broth and Italian seasoning, stir and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Combine the cooked pasta shells with the creamy beef sauce until well coated, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
  6. Serve the creamy beef and shells garnished with a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, ensure pasta shells are cooked al dente and season to taste before serving.

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