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Close-up of a skillet filled with creamy hamburger skillet pasta, featuring shell noodles, ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese.

Creamy Hamburger Skillet

This Creamy Hamburger Skillet is a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that uses pantry staples to create a comforting meal in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for busy families looking for an easy yet flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt like Lawry’s
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces dried pasta shells 1/2 pound
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes not drained
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half

Equipment

  • 12-inch straight-sided skillet with a lid
  • Cast iron skillet with a lid
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Use a 12-inch straight-sided skillet with a lid, or a large cast iron skillet with a lid.
  2. Add the oil to the skillet, then add the ground beef. Break the beef into pieces with a spatula and cook until browned, about 4 minutes. Season with seasoned salt and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add the beef broth, pasta shells, and canned tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine. Cover the skillet and cook until the broth mixture thickens and the shells are tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Stir once or twice during cooking.
  4. Turn off the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 35gFat: 32g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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