Irresistible Creamy Beef Shells (Printable Version)
A comforting pasta dish with tender beef, shell pasta, and velvety cream sauce that creates the perfect weeknight dinner experience.
# Ingredients:
01 -
450g lean ground beef
02 -
340g medium pasta shells
03 -
240ml heavy cream
04 -
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 -
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
06 -
480ml low-sodium beef broth
07 -
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend
# Steps:
01 -
Cook the medium pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 -
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
03 -
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 -
Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes.
05 -
Add the cooked pasta shells to the sauce and stir until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
06 -
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
For a thicker sauce, let the dish stand for 5 minutes before serving.
02 -
This dish reheats well if you add a splash of milk or broth when warming.