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Cheesy Beef and Shells

Cheesy, creamy shell pasta with ground beef and spices
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz medium shell pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp AP flour
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 2 cups marinara sauce or 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 shredded cheddar cheese not the bag kind
  • grated parm

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package, drain well and rinse in cold water and set aside.
  • In a large skillet cook the ground beef with the spices over medium heat until fully cooked and set aside. Add the oil and onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for a minute.
  • Whisk in the flour and stir for 1 minute, then whisk in the beef broth and marinara sauce. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Whisk in the cream, sour cream and then slowly add the cheese a little at a time and stir until melted and creamy. Add the pasta and beef and allow to simmer for a minute or two. Serve with grated parm and garlic bread or salad.
Keyword Beef, Lunch, Main Dish, Pasta