Creamy beef and shells: Easy Comfort Food for the Whole Family
This creamy beef and shells recipe is a comforting dish that brings the family together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces shell pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add in the garlic and onion powder and stir well.
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, then bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some Worcestershire sauce while simmering.
- This dish can be topped with fresh herbs for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg