Cheesy Beef And Shells

Ingredients

• 1 TBSP Olive Oil

• 1 Yellow Onion, diced

• 6-8 cloves Garlic, minced/to taste

• 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, to taste

• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp smoked paprika, can sub regular

• 1 lb ground beef

• 2-3 TBS tomato paste

• 3 cups beef broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 lb medium pasta shells

• 4 oz freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• Fresh chives, to garnish

Directions

1. In a large saute pan, heat your olive oil over medium/low heat. Add in your onion, red pepper, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Saute for a few minutes. Throw in your garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

2. Add in your ground beef and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Break up with a wooden spoon and cook until no longer pink.

3. Once your beef is cooked through, make a small center in the middle of your pan and add in your tomato paste. Let it cook off in the pan for a couple minutes before stirring everything together.

4. Pour in your beef broth and cream, season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a low boil.

5. Reduce heat to low. Pour in your uncooked pasta and stir. Simmer, uncovered, for 16-17 minutes, or until your pasta is tendercious

6. Sprinkle in your cheese, stir, and taste for seasonings.

7. Top with extra cheese and garnish with fresh chives. Enjoy!