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Creamy Beef and Shells

A rich and comforting pasta dish made with tender shells, savory ground beef, and a silky cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz shell pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1.5 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Cook shell pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Pour in beef broth and simmer gently.
  7. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Add heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
  9. Return pasta to the pot and mix until coated.
  10. Stir in Parmesan cheese and serve warm.

Notes

Add a splash of broth when reheating to restore creaminess.