Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Pour in marinara sauce and beef broth. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a boil, then add uncooked pasta. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
- Use any type of pasta you prefer; gluten-free options work well.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
