Description
This cheesy ground beef pasta skillet is a quick, easy, and comforting one-pan meal. It features tender pasta, flavorful ground beef, a rich tomato-based sauce, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked ziti (or any short pasta)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup chopped parsley (+ more for garnish)
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
- Save pasta water to create a rich, cohesive sauce.
- For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream before adding the cheese.
- Add veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for more nutrition.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
- Save pasta water to create a rich, cohesive sauce.
- For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream before adding the cheese.
- Add veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for more nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired