Description
This One-Pot Hamburger Pasta with Veggies is a simple, hearty meal made with ground beef, tender pasta, and colorful vegetables, all cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce. A perfect quick-fix dinner with minimal cleanup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or macaroni)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Veggies: Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Simmer Sauce: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
- Add Pasta: Stir in uncooked pasta, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Finish & Serve: Stir in shredded cheese, let melt, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot!
Notes
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Add spinach or peas for extra greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 32g