Creamy One-Pot Beef and Shells

 Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & black pepper (to taste)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 can (≈ 400g) tomato sauce
• 2 cups medium pasta shells (uncooked)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• Optional: parsley for garnish

 Instructions

1. Cook the beef
   In a large pot or pan, heat olive oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Break it apart and drain excess fat.
2. Add onion & garlic
   Add diced onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
3. Season
   Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Add liquids & pasta
   Pour in:
   • beef broth
   • tomato sauce
   • uncooked pasta shells

   Stir well.

5. Cook everything together
   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
6. Make it creamy
   Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese.
7. Finish
   Cook 2–3 more minutes until cheese melts and sauce becomes creamy.
8. Serve
   Garnish with parsley (optional) and serve hot.

 Tips

• Add a little paprika or chili flakes for extra flavor
• You can throw in peas or mushrooms
• If sauce gets thick, add a splash of milk or broth

 Quick Info

• Ready in: ~30 minutes
• One pot = easy cleanup
• Super creamy & comforting