Creamy Pasta with Ground Beef and Mozzarella Sauce
A hearty and comforting pasta dish featuring a rich tomato-beef sauce topped with a silky melted mozzarella cream. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for the whole family, this recipe brings together simple pantry staples in a truly indulgent way.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 500 g pasta (penne, rigatoni or fusilli)
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (400 g)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 150 g shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, dried Italian herbs
🛍️ Recommended tools
Amazon affiliate links
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic for about 3 minutes until softened.
- 2
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until nicely browned. Season with salt, pepper and dried herbs.
- 3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stir to combine and let the sauce simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 5
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the heavy cream. Gradually stir in the shredded mozzarella until you get a smooth, creamy sauce. Adjust thickness to taste.
- 6
Layer the pasta in a large serving dish, spoon the beef sauce over the top, then drizzle with the mozzarella cream sauce. Serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a golden, bubbly finish, transfer the assembled dish to an oven-safe baking pan and broil for 5 minutes until the top is lightly browned.
Similar Recipes
Same category — Meats
🍽️ Complete your meal
More ideas to accompany this dish
