Ground Beef & Beef · Easy
One-Pot Ground Beef Pasta
This one-pot ground beef pasta simmers everything together in a single pot for a hearty, saucy dinner with minimal cleanup, ready in about 25 minutes.
10Prep min
18Cook min
28Total min
What you'll need
- 1 lbground beef
- 1/2yellow onion, diced
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 2.5 cupsbeef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz)diced tomatoes
- 2 cupselbow macaroni or rotini, uncooked
- 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
- to taste salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning
Let's cook
- 1Brown the ground beef with the onion in a large pot over medium-high heat; drain excess fat.
- 2Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, uncooked pasta, and Italian seasoning.
- 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
- 5Stir in the cheese until melted, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Make it yours
- Add a can of drained corn or diced bell pepper.
- Use ground turkey for a leaner dish.
- Top with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Good with
- Garlic bread
- A simple green salad
- Extra shredded cheese at the table
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Do I need to cook the pasta separately?
No, the pasta cooks directly in the sauce, which saves a pot and adds flavor to the pasta.
Can I make this ahead?
It's best fresh, but leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.



