Y’all know I love a one-pot recipe, and this one is the perfect comforting meal for colder weather. It’s really easy and kid-friendly too. The boys said it’s a new favorite, so I will definitely be adding it to our weekly meal ideas.

jaime shrayber, recipe, blogger

This is a great recipe for busy weeknights, especially because it only takes a few simple ingredients that you might already have on hand. And bonus: only one pot to clean! Give it a try and let me know what you think!

xo, Jaime

Photo and recipe credits to: kitchn

One-Pot Creamy Beef and Shells

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Serves: 6 people
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces dried pasta shells
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound lean ground beef and cook until cooked through and browned. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Stir in 2 cups beef broth, 8 ounces dried pasta shells, and 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce. Cover and cook until the shells are tender and the sauce is slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, shred 8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese (about 2 cups).
  • Remove from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half and 2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar until the cheese is melted.