Irresistible Cheesy Beef Pasta Recipe

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Few dishes satisfy like a hearty bowl of pasta coated in savory beef sauce and finished with melted cheese. This recipe is quick, budget‑friendly, and perfect for weeknights. With seasoned ground beef, rich tomato sauce, and gooey cheese, every bite delivers bold, comforting flavor.

Whether you’re feeding the family or cooking for a crowd, this one‑pan pasta will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

Cheesy Beef Pasta

Ingredients

Category	Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Pasta	Pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)	360 g	Base that absorbs flavors
Pasta	Salt	1 tsp	For boiling water
Beef Sauce	Ground beef	500 g	Rich, hearty flavor
Beef Sauce	Onion	1 small	Finely chopped
Beef Sauce	Garlic	2 cloves	Minced
Beef Sauce	Olive oil	1 tbsp	For sautéing
Beef Sauce	Tomato sauce	120 ml	Tangy base
Beef Sauce	Dried oregano or basil	1 tsp	Italian flavor
Beef Sauce	Salt & black pepper	To taste	Balance seasoning
Beef Sauce	Red pepper flakes	1 tsp	Optional, for heat
Cheese	Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)	100 g	Melty topping
Cheese	Heavy cream	50 ml	Optional, for creaminess

Instructions

Cook Pasta
Bring salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
Make Beef Sauce
Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion 2–3 minutes until soft. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
Add beef, cook until browned, breaking apart. Drain excess fat if needed.
Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir in tomato sauce; simmer 5–7 minutes.
Combine Pasta & Sauce
Toss cooked pasta with beef sauce. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
Add Cheese
Stir in heavy cream (optional). Sprinkle cheese over pasta. Cover skillet 2–3 minutes until melted, or transfer to a baking dish and broil 5 minutes until bubbly and golden.