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Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal

Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal Bliss

This Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal combines savory ground beef and rich cream for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the One-Pot Meal
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can swap for ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium Onion No substitutions recommended
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is ideal, powdered works in a pinch
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any bell pepper or omit
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Break into smaller pieces for even cooking
  • 14 ounces Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth are lighter substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Feel free to use fresh if available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Feel free to use fresh if available
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste preferences
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste preferences
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or milk for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil or omit

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add one chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and one diced red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.
  3. Break 8 ounces of spaghetti into smaller pieces and add to the pot with a 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes, 2 cups of beef broth, 1 teaspoon each of dried basil and oregano, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir everything well.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and cover. Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until spaghetti is al dente.
  5. Once cooked, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover creamy spaghetti in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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