One-Pot Ground Beef Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion (chopped (medium))
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 2 tsp oregano ( or Italian seasoning)
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• salt and pepper ( to taste)
• 2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
• 1/2 tsp ginger (grated)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 3 cups beef stock
• 12 oz pasta
• Parsley (green onion or basil [for garnish])

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high, add the onion and cook till translucent.

2. 2

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef and cook until browned on medium heat, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the oregano, red chili flakes, paprika, grated ginger, bay leaf, chicken bouillon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

5. 5

   Stir in the tomato sauce and chicken stock. Cover and leave to boil on high heat.

6. 6

   Add the pasta, reduce the heat to medium and leave to cook, covered for 8 to 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked (follow the manufacturers cooking guide). Be sure to stir often to prevent the pasta from sticking.

7. 7

   Gently stir in the parsley, spinach, or basil until wilted.