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Creamy Beef and Shells

Creamy Beef and Shells

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Creamy Beef and Shells is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This delectable dish combines tender pasta shells, savory ground beef, and a rich, creamy sauce that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces medium pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small sweet onion (diced)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 (15oz) can marinara sauce
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
  • olive oil
  • Italian seasoning
  • dried parsley
  • dried oregano
  • smoked paprika
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef (3-5 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced onion and cook until softened (about 2 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Whisk in flour for about a minute until lightly browned; gradually add beef stock and marinara sauce.
  5. Stir in seasonings and simmer for 6-8 minutes until thickened.
  6. Incorporate cooked pasta and reserved ground beef into the sauce.
  7. Mix in heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Finally, fold in sour cream and cheddar cheese until melted.

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