Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup short pasta (penne or ziti)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Top with extra cheese or crushed red pepper for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: High-protein, Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg