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Effortless 30-Min One-Skillet Meals That Wow Every Time

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A hearty and easy one-skillet meal perfect for family dinners. This dish combines ground beef, pasta, and a rich tomato sauce topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (or 3 cups)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium beef broth
  • 8 oz spaghetti, broken in half
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped basil or parsley

Instructions

  1. Brown the meat: Heat olive oil in a deep 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
  2. Sauté veggies: Add onion and bell pepper. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook 30 seconds.
  3. Build the sauce: Stir in marinara, diced tomatoes, and water/broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Cook the spaghetti: Add spaghetti, pressing it down so it’s mostly submerged. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring a few times, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
  5. Add cheese & bake: Preheat broiler (or oven to 425°F). Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top. Broil 2–4 minutes (watch closely) until cheese is melted and browned in spots.
  6. Serve: Rest 5 minutes, then slice and scoop. Top with extra pepper, herbs, or red pepper flakes if you like.

Notes

  • Use Italian sausage for extra flavor.
  • Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes.
  • Substitute gluten-free pasta if needed.

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