Here’s how you can prepare Pasta with Ground Beef as the base for various dishes like baked pasta, stuffed shells, or even as a simple beefy pasta dish. This method is versatile, flavorful, and forms the heart of many comforting recipes.
For the Pasta and Ground Beef
Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta of your choice (penne, shells, rotini, etc.)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz/400 g) diced tomatoes (or tomato sauce)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)