Irresistible Creamy Beef and Shells: A Quick Family Favorite
A delicious and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: main dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: none
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups shell pasta
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Drain excess fat and add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and beef broth, then bring to a simmer.
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- Add the cooked pasta to the beef mixture and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams