Creamy Beef and Shells

Creamy Beef and Shells | May 31, 2023

Creamy Beef and Shells is a delicious and hearty pasta dish similar to the hamburger helper, ready in just 30 minutes. This is perfect for a quick dinner for the whole family! It is rich, flavorful, and cheesy and even kids will love it!

This recipe is comfort food at its best, made with beef, pasta, and cheese, all cooked in a flavorful creamy sauce. We have a lot of pasta dishes that you can choose from and we keep on growing that list! This Philly cheesesteak Casserole and Instant Pot Taco Pasta are among readers’ favorites.

Creamy beef and shells recipe
This quick and easy dinner recipe is made with ground beef, marinara sauce, shell pasta, and lots of seasonings to make it flavorful. It is meaty, never dry, and it tastes awesome! Actually, the creaminess is achieved by adding heavy cream and sour cream,

The combination of marinara sauce and dairy makes it so yummy. And you get all sorts of savory flavors coming from the aromatics and the different herbs. Also, we have added a hefty amount of cheddar cheese, because obviously cheese makes everything better.

You have protein and carbs in one dish and that makes it hearty and filling. Serve it on its own or with a side of veggies, and you get yourself a complete lunch or dinner!

Kids also love this beef and pasta dish! Actually, mix in some broccoli, and you will see how they will eat the whole thing! In addition, this dish is easy to eat and each bite gives you cheesy and beefy goodness.

Busy on weeknights? That is not a problem with this recipe. You can finish cooking this in under 30 minutes!

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