Beef pasta is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender beef, flavorful sauce, and pasta for a delicious and comforting meal. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with various ingredients and seasonings to suit your preferences.
- 8 ounces (about 225 grams) of pasta (such as spaghetti, penne, or rigatoni)
- 1 pound (about 450 grams) of ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces) of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it reaches al dente texture. Drain the cooked pasta and set it aside.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it up into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning according to your preference.
- Once the sauce has thickened and is well-flavored, add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss the pasta in the sauce until it is evenly coated.
- Continue to cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat the pasta through.
- Serve the beef pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley if desired.
