Beef and Vegetable Pasta with Garlic and Cheese

Beef and Vegetable Pasta with Garlic and Cheese is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender beef and vibrant vegetables with perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic and cheese sauce. This comforting meal is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight supper.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 150 grams
• Ground beef (kosher) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic cloves - 3, minced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
6. Combine the cooked pasta with the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Toss to combine well.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly distributed.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.

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