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Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal

Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal Magic

A delightful Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal that's simple and satisfying, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef A hearty protein choice
  • 1 medium Onion Any variety works, red is a favorite
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can be swapped for any bell pepper
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Breaking it into smaller pieces helps it cook evenly
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Use canned or fresh, including the juice
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth works for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be used, adjusting as desired
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used with slight adjustments
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked offers the best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Opt for half-and-half or milk for a lighter touch
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can be substituted or omitted

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add ground beef, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Break spaghetti into smaller pieces, then add diced tomatoes, beef broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Simmer Until Cooked: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until spaghetti is al dente.
  5. Stir in the Cream: Add heavy cream, stirring well. Simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile; feel free to add veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.

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