On My Kids’ Plate
A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring ground beef, pasta, and melted cheese that kids love, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked pasta (elbow or favorite shape)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced bell peppers, sour cream, or green onions
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring until the onion softens—about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing everything well until combined.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover the skillet, and wait until the cheese has melted.
- Serve warm, topped with your favorite optional toppings.
Notes
For added nutrition, sneak in some finely chopped veggies like zucchini or spinach. You can customize with different types of cheese and pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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