Penne Pasta with Ground Beef
Whole tomatoes make this sauce super-delicious and fresh tasting.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 12 oz. penne pasta, cooked and drained
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 (28 oz.) cans of whole tomatoes, drained
- 1 ( 8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and put back in the pot. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of butter.
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While the pasta is cooking, using a large skillet, cook onions in olive oil for about 3 minutes. Add garlic the last 30 seconds.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Brown beef breaking up pieces with a spatula as it cooks. Lightly salt and pepper beef while browning. Drain off any extra grease.
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Drain the tomatoes of liquid and add to the skillet. Break up tomatoes using your fingers or with a spatula. Pull of any hard pieces and the tops of the tomatoes.
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Add the tomato sauce, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir well to combine. Bring to a light simmer and cook for 25 minutes, stirring once or twice.
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Stir in the heavy cream and basil. Add the pasta and toss to combine. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.