Italian Beef Pasta Skillet
This Italian Beef Pasta Skillet is a comforting one-pot meal with seasoned beef, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey mozzarella—perfect for busy weeknights!
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Serving spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup macaroni noodles uncooked
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Tastefully Simple Mama Mia Marinara Sauce Mix
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add the diced onion and red bell pepper over medium heat. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Using a wooden spoon, break it apart as it cooks. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic salt, and beef broth. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Add the uncooked macaroni noodles and the Tastefully Simple Mama Mia Marinara Sauce Mix to the skillet. Stir everything together, ensuring the noodles are fully submerged in the liquid.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Gently stir the cheese into the pasta before serving. Dish out generous portions and enjoy with a side salad or crusty bread.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based ground meat or lentils.
- Use gluten-free pasta and sauces to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat leftovers with a splash of beef broth to keep the pasta moist.
- Try adding herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor.