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Creamy Ground Beef and Shells in a pan

Creamy Ground Beef and Shells

Jennie Duncan
A classic dinner recipe that your entire family will love. This recipe for Creamy Ground Beef and Shells is a family favorite and one on our menu several times a month. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 392 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

Instructions
 

  • Cook your pasta according to the package directions, drain, and set aside.
  • Cook and crumble ground beef over medium heat in a large deep pan. Season beef with garlic seasoning, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Add flour to beef and mix to coat. Slowly add in beef broth then tomato sauce. Allow to cook for 5-6 minutes over medium heat.
  • Remove from heat and add in cooked pasta, heavy cream, and shredded cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • Tip: Cook noodles al dente as they will continue to cook once added back to the pot.

Nutrition

Calories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 826mgPotassium: 491mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 770IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 195mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Creamy Ground Beef and Shells
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