This quick and easy recipe combines ground beef, a jar of marinara or spaghetti sauce, some onions, garlic, pasta, cheese and a little heavy cream for a hearty dish that’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you’re short on time. But trust me: This dish isn’t short on flavor.

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Seasoning gives this dish amazing flavor. (Stacey Little / Southern Bite)

Creamy Italian Pasta Skillet

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 35 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini pasta (or other short pasta)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 cup beef broth/stock
• 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
2. In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil, then add the ground beef and onion. Brown the ground beef until cooked through; drain the excess grease.
3. Return the meat to the skillet over medium heat and add the garlic. Cook until fragrant – about 1 minute.
4. Add the Italian seasoning and beef stock and stir to combine, being sure to scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan.
5. Add the marinara. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and the cheese. Stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Add the pasta to the skillet and stir. Serve immediately.

This recipe originally appeared on SouthernBite.com. For more great recipes, visit the website or check out ”The Southern Bite Cookbook.”