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Creamy Italian Spaghetti & Ground Beef One Pot Meal

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Meat

Description

A comforting, creamy one pot meal perfect for busy weeknights featuring spaghetti, ground beef, and a rich sauce.


Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving
  • Fresh basil, for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat.
  2. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, stirring well.
  4. Pour in the spaghetti and enough water to cover the pasta. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until spaghetti is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  8. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

Serve immediately for best results, and consider adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.