Description
Indulge in creamy, cheesy, and hearty pasta with perfectly seasoned beef and rich tomato sauce — your new weeknight favorite is here.
Ingredients
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12 oz. rotini pasta
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1 lb. ground beef
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
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1/2 cup tomato sauce
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried basil
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1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook rotini in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
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Sauté diced onion and garlic with beef for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
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Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 8–10 minutes.
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Toss cooked rotini with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
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Stir in mozzarella until melted, top with Parmesan and fresh basil, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American