The Easiest Ground Beef Pasta
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This video presents two quick and easy one-pot ground beef pasta recipes perfect for weeknight dinners. The first is a creamy penne pasta with Italian herbs, and the second is a tomato-based pasta with Dijon mustard and whipped cream. Both recipes are demonstrated step-by-step with clear instructions and optional ingredients.
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First Recipe: Creamy Penne Pasta
Start by frying 1 lb (450 g) ground beef in 1 tbsp butter for about 4 minutes until browned. Then add finely chopped onion and cook for a minute, followed by 2 garlic cloves and 1 tsp butter, frying until fragrant.
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Seasoning and Liquid
Season the beef with salt, black pepper, 1 tsp Italian herbs, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional). Add 3 1/2 cups (820 ml) chicken stock, bring to a boil, and add 2 cups (250 g) penne pasta. Simmer for about 10 minutes until al dente.
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Finishing the First Recipe
Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream and simmer for another minute. Turn off the heat, sprinkle with mozzarella, cover for 1 minute to melt, and garnish with parsley or chives.
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Second Recipe: Tomato-Based Pasta
Fry 1/2 medium onion in 2 tbsp olive oil for 4-5 minutes, then add 2 garlic cloves. Add 450 g (1 lb) extra lean ground beef and cook for 8 minutes, spooning away excess fat.
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Second Recipe: Sauce and Finish
Season with 1 tsp salt and 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook pasta al dente. Add 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard and 450 g (2 cups) tomato sauce, simmer for 4-5 minutes. Stir in 120 ml (1/2 cup) whipped cream and cook for another 3 minutes. Garnish with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Both recipes are simple, quick, and delicious, making them ideal for busy weeknights. The video emphasizes minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, with optional ingredients to customize each dish.
Tutorial Checklist
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Melt 1 tbsp butter in a pan and add 1 lb (450 g) ground beef. Fry for 4 minutes until browned.
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Season with salt, black pepper, 1 tsp Italian herbs, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional).
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Add 3 1/2 cups (820 ml) chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add 2 cups (250 g) penne pasta and simmer for 10 minutes until al dente.
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Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream and simmer for 1 minute. Turn off heat, sprinkle with mozzarella, cover for 1 minute, and garnish with parsley or chives.
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For the second recipe, fry 1/2 medium onion in 2 tbsp olive oil for 4-5 minutes. Add 2 garlic cloves.
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Season with 1 tsp salt and 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook pasta al dente. Add 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard and 450 g (2 cups) tomato sauce. Simmer for 4-5 minutes.
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Stir in 120 ml (1/2 cup) whipped cream and cook for 3 minutes. Garnish with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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What is the first step in the creamy penne pasta recipe?
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What is the first step in the creamy penne pasta recipe?
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Fry 1 lb (450 g) ground beef in 1 tbsp butter for about 4 minutes until browned.
How much chicken stock is used in the creamy penne pasta?
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How much chicken stock is used in the creamy penne pasta?
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3 1/2 cups (820 ml).
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What is added to the creamy penne pasta to make the sauce rich and silky?
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What is added to the creamy penne pasta to make the sauce rich and silky?
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1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream.
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How long is the ground beef cooked in the second recipe?
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How long is the ground beef cooked in the second recipe?
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8 minutes.
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What ingredient is added to the tomato sauce in the second recipe for extra flavor?
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What ingredient is added to the tomato sauce in the second recipe for extra flavor?
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1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
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What is the recommended garnish for the second recipe?
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What is the recommended garnish for the second recipe?
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Basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
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💡 Key Takeaways
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One-Pot Efficiency
Demonstrates a complete meal in a single pan, minimizing cleanup and saving time.
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Cooking Pasta in Stock
Cooking pasta directly in chicken stock infuses flavor, a key technique for one-pot dishes.
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Creamy Finish
Adding heavy cream at the end creates a rich, silky sauce without extra steps.
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Dijon Mustard Twist
Using Dijon mustard in a tomato sauce adds a subtle tang, elevating the flavor profile.
05:55Full Transcript
[00:00] 1 tbsp butter. 1 lb (450 g) ground beef.
[00:13] fry for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
[00:31] Meanwhile, finely chop 1/2 of a large onion or 1 small onion.
[00:57] Add the chopped onion to the pan. Stir well and let it cook for a minute.
[01:14] add 2 garlic cloves. Watch till the end — this video has 2 ground beef recipes, and the second one was loved by millions (7M views!).
[01:33] add 1 tsp of butter. Let the garlic fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
[01:47] Season with salt and black pepper.
[02:02] 1 tsp Italian herbs. 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or chili flakes (optional).
[02:33] 3 1/2 cups (820 ml) chicken stock or broth. Bring to a boil and add 2 cups (250 g) penne pasta or any pasta of your choice.
[02:52] Simmer for about 10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
[03:12] Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream and let it simmer for another minute, just until everything comes together in a rich, silky sauce.
[03:34] Turn off the heat and sprinkle over some grated mozzarella cheese, if using.
[03:54] Cover the pan for 1 minute to let it melt! Parsley or chives (optional).
[04:22] Voilà - dinner is ready! Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious 😋. Stick around — the next recipe in this video got 7 million views for a reason!
[04:35] mm...delicious 😋. 1/2 medium onion.
[04:57] 2 tbsp olive oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes over medium heat.
[05:14] 2 cloves of garlic.
[05:29] 450 g (1 pound) extra lean ground beef. Cook for 8 minutes.
[05:43] Spoon away any excess fat if there is a lot of it. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
[05:55] Cook al dente according to the instructions on the packet. 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
[06:10] 450 g (2 cups) tomato sauce.
[06:23] Let simmer for 4-5 minutes.
[06:38] 120 ml (1/2 cup) whipped cream. cook another 3 minutes.
[06:55] Basil (optional).
[07:45] Parmigiano-Reggiano 🧀 (optional, but highly recommended).
[07:57] mm ... delicious. Have a delicious day!