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Easy Creamy Beef and Shells

Easy Creamy Beef and Shells

You think because you are an adult you won’t love this absolutely dreamy, beefy, cheesy, gooey concoction, but I bet you will!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 420kcal
Author: Katherine - Yummfully

Ingredients

  • 8 oz medium-size pasta shells
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1- 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Cook the shells according to package directions, drain, and set aside
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and add the Italian seasoning, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, and flour.
  • Stir in the beef broth, tomato sauce, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 8 minutes until slightly thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cooked pasta, remove from heat and mix in the cheddar and parmesan cheeses. Serve immediately with freshly chopped parsley on top.

Notes

  1. If you can’t find lean ground beef, drain the fat after you cook it.
  2. Do not overcook the pasta shells, they should be al dente.
  3. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper, but don’t overdo it. Remember parmesan cheese is a bit salty.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 17g