Description
A hearty and vibrant Beef and Pepper Pasta Skillet, embodies the joy of cooking with tender beef, colorful bell peppers, and buttery pasta in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain.
- Sauté the Veggies: In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Push veggies aside, add ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the Peppers: Stir in sliced bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Add drained pasta, reserved pasta water, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan and serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, consider including red pepper flakes for heat or a squeeze of lemon for brightness. Substitute with turkey or whole wheat pasta for lighter options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Beef, Pasta, Skillet, Quick Meal, Family Recipe