One-Pot Pasta Shells with Ground Beef 🍝🥩 This one-pot pasta shells with ground beef is rich, hearty, and loaded with savory flavor. Tender pasta shells, seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and a rich tomato sauce come together in one easy skillet dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ingredients * 1½ lbs lean ground beef * 12 oz medium pasta shells * 1 medium onion, diced * 1 green bell pepper, diced * 1 red bell pepper, diced * 4 cloves garlic, minced * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes * 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce * 2 cups beef broth * 2 tbsp tomato paste * 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce * 1 tsp Italian seasoning * 1 tsp smoked paprika * 1 tsp garlic powder * ½ tsp onion powder * ½ tsp black pepper * Salt to taste * 1½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional) * Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions 1. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. 2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. 3. Stir in the onion and bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. 4. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 5. Stir in the tomato paste. 6. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. 7. Bring to a gentle boil. 8. Stir in the uncooked pasta shells. 9. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender. 10. Stir in the cheese until melted, or sprinkle it over the top and cover for 2 minutes until melted. 11. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Serving Suggestions Serve with garlic bread, Caesar salad, roasted broccoli, or green beans. Storage Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Time * Prep Time: 10 minutes * Cook Time: 30 minutes * Total Time: 40 minutes * Servings: 6 Save this recipe and follow for more easy family dinners! ❤️ #GroundBeef #PastaShells #EasyDinner #OnePotMeal #ComfortFood - @aronemerson4