🍝 Cheesy Beef and Tomato Pasta Skillet
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Beef:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in diced onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.
2️⃣ Add Tomatoes and Pasta:
Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir well.
Add uncooked pasta and mix to coat in the sauce.
3️⃣ Simmer Until Pasta is Cooked:
Cover and let simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
4️⃣ Add Cheese:
Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the pasta.
Cover and let cheese melt for 2 minutes.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
Serve hot and garnish with extra cheese if desired.
Time & Serve:
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4