Beef Parmesan Pasta
Indulge in the hearty and flavorful delight of Beef Parmesan Pasta, a comforting one-pan dish that seamlessly blends rich, meaty flavors with cheesy goodness. Featuring tender ground beef simmered in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this pasta dish is elevated with the creamy, nutty touch of Parmesan cheese. Tossed with perfectly cooked penne and garnished with fresh basil, it’s an easy yet impressive meal that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings together classic Italian-inspired flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 12 ounces penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 quarts water (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (optional), sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss until evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.
Stir in 3/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese and combine well.
Transfer the pasta to a serving dish and garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1451 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1060 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2175 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
