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Close-up of a rich and creamy hamburger skillet with shell pasta and melted cheese in a black cast iron pan.

Creamy Hamburger Skillet

This creamy hamburger skillet is a quick and comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy families. It uses pantry staples to create a delicious dinner in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt like Lawry’s
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces dried pasta shells 1/2 pound
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes not drained
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese about 2 cups, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half

Equipment

  • 12-inch straight-sided skillet with a lid
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Use a 12-inch straight-sided skillet with a lid for best results.
  2. Add the oil and then the ground beef to the skillet. Break up the beef with a spatula and cook until browned, about 4 minutes. Season with seasoned salt and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add the beef broth, pasta shells, and crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine. Cover the skillet and cook until the broth thickens and the pasta is tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Stir once or twice during cooking.
  4. Turn off the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 35gFat: 32g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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