Creamy Tomato & Basil Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

Creamy Tomato & Basil Ground Beef Pasta Skillet ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 28 oz can canned crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 0.75 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz short pasta (e.g., penne, rotini)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup fresh basil
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese

How to make Creamy Tomato & Basil Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb lean ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to a plate, leaving a small amount of fat in the pan.
2. Dice the 1 medium yellow onion and mince the 3 cloves of garlic. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.
4. Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Pour in the 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, 3 cups chicken or beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a rolling simmer, then add 8 oz short pasta (such as penne or rotini). Stir to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
6. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
7. Remove the lid, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, and continue to cook uncovered for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in 1/4 cup freshly chopped fresh basil and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
9. Serve hot directly from the skillet, garnished with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.

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