Hearty and Flavorful Conchitas Pasta with Ground Beef

𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝐺𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑒𝑒𝑓

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

1 lb ground beef 🥩
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 🍅
1 teaspoon ground cumin 🌿
1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
1 1/2 cups conchitas pasta (small shell pasta) 🍝
2 cups beef broth 🥣
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish 🌿

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

1. Cook the ground beef 🥩: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil 🫒. Add the ground beef 🥩 and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Break it apart with a spoon as it cooks, ensuring even browning. Drain any excess fat.

2. Sauté the aromatics 🧑‍🍳: Add the chopped onion 🧅 and minced garlic 🧄 to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and fragrant. This will build a strong, flavorful base for the dish! 🍴

3. Prepare the sauce 🍅: Stir in the tomato sauce 🍅, ground cumin 🌿, chili powder 🌶️, and paprika 🌶️. Let the mixture simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the spices to blend together, creating a rich, savory sauce. Your kitchen will be filled with delicious aromas!

4. Add the conchitas and broth 🍝🥣: Pour the beef broth 🥣 into the skillet, and add the conchitas pasta 🍝. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the sauce. Cover the skillet and let the mixture cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

5. Season and serve 🌿: Once the conchitas are fully cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper 🧂. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro 🌿 for a burst of freshness. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting and hearty meal! 🍽️

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟮𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟯𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀

𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟰𝟬𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 | 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟰 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀

~ 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆𝒔