Pasta with Ground Beef

Here’s how you can prepare Pasta with Ground Beef as the base for various dishes like baked pasta, stuffed shells, or even as a simple beefy pasta dish. This method is versatile, flavorful, and forms the heart of many comforting recipes.

For the Pasta and Ground Beef

Ingredients:

• 12 oz (340 g) pasta of your choice (penne, shells, rotini, etc.)
• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz/400 g) diced tomatoes (or tomato sauce)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, basil, thyme)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)