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Creamy Beef and Shells

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A comforting one-skillet meal featuring browned ground beef, tomatoes, cream, and jumbo pasta shells combined with cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 8 ounces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains. Drain excess fat from the pan.
  3. Add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices to the beef. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 5 minutes so flavors meld.
  4. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream or milk. Add the shredded cheddar and stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Add the cooked shells to the skillet. Toss gently until each shell is coated in the creamy tomato-beef sauce and everything is heated through.
  6. Transfer to plates or serve straight from the skillet. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top if you like and serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, swap the ground beef for ground turkey and use milk instead of cream. This dish is also adaptable; add vegetables or change the cheese as desired.

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