Description
Savor the ultimate comfort in this cheesy penne delight with succulent beef, blending rich flavors and hearty textures. Mediterranean-inspired ingredients create a mouthwatering pasta experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Pasta:
- 12 ounces (12 oz) penne pasta
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the penne pasta according to package guidelines, aiming for a perfectly tender yet firm al dente consistency. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Heat a spacious skillet over medium flame, introducing the ground beef and methodically crumbling it using a sturdy spatula to promote uniform cooking.
- Continue cooking the beef until it transforms from pink to a rich, deep brown color, indicating complete doneness and developing robust flavor profiles.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning across the browned beef, meticulously stirring to distribute the aromatic herbs and spices throughout the meat.
- Transfer the cooked penne into the skillet, gently folding the pasta with the seasoned beef to ensure comprehensive coating and flavor integration.
- Reduce skillet heat and introduce both mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, creating a luxurious molten blanket that envelops the pasta and beef in creamy decadence.
- Vigorously stir the mixture until cheeses completely dissolve, forming a silky, cohesive sauce that binds all ingredients into a harmonious culinary composition.
- Plate the cheesy penne immediately, presenting a steaming dish that promises rich, comforting flavors and irresistible texture.
Notes
- Perfectly cook pasta al dente to maintain ideal texture and prevent mushiness.
- Brown ground beef thoroughly to enhance flavor and eliminate any raw meat risks.
- Italian seasoning transforms simple beef into a robust, aromatic base for the dish.
- Choose high-quality mozzarella and Parmesan for maximum melting and rich, creamy consistency.
- Remove skillet from heat before adding cheese to prevent burning and achieve smooth melting.
- Serve immediately while cheese is hot and stretchy for the ultimate comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg