Description
A comforting weeknight meal that combines ground beef with creamy ingredients for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type you prefer)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Italian seasoning or herbs (optional)
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened.
- Introduce the ground beef, breaking it apart to brown evenly.
- Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and optional Italian seasoning, letting the mixture meld.
- Fold in your freshly cooked pasta, ensuring all ingredients are combined.
- Lower the heat and mix in Greek yogurt or cottage cheese until creamy.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and let it melt before serving.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef pasta, creamy pasta, weeknight dinners, easy recipes