One-Pot Cheesy Beef & Shells

Keyword 30 Minute Meal, Ground Beef, Homemade Hamburger Helper, Kid Friendly, One Pot Pasta

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings 4

Calories 550kcal

Cost $14

1 lb Simply Nature Organic Grass-Fed Ground Beef
2 boxes Simply Nature Organic Shells & White Cheddar Mac & Cheese OR Organic Pasta Shells
1 cup Simply Nature Organic Marinara optional, for a "pink" sauce vibe
1 cup Organic Cheddar Cheese shredded block
1/2 Onion diced
1 cup Season's Choice Frozen Peas optional mix-in
1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Brown: In a large pot/pan, brown beef and onion on Level 7 (Medium-High). Drain fat.
Pasta: Add the pasta shells and enough water (or broth) to just cover the pasta (about 2-3 cups). Stir in the heavy cream (and marinara if using).
Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce to Level 4 (Medium-Low). Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar (and the cheese packet if using boxed mac) and frozen peas until melted and creamy.