Cheesy Beef Pasta Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 onion, chopped small.
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1 lb. ground beef, lean variety.
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2 tsp powdered garlic.
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3 tbsp flour for cooking.
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1 tbsp sweet paprika.
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1/4 cup sherry or beef stock.
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3 cups beef stock, low in salt.
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1 cup fresh milk.
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1 1/2 tsp table salt.
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1/2 tsp ground pepper.
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2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked.
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2 cups sharp cheddar, grated.
# Instructions:
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Grab a spacious pan and set to medium heat. Throw in your beef, onion bits, and garlic powder. Break up the meat while it browns. After it's fully cooked, drain off any extra fat and put the pan back on your stove.
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Dust the cooked meat with your flour and paprika. Mix everything well. Let it cook until it gets thick, roughly a minute or two.
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Add your sherry to the pan and use it to scrape all those tasty brown bits stuck to the bottom. Keep stirring until the liquid is gone, which adds amazing flavor to your dish.
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Gradually add your beef stock and milk while stirring. Shake in your salt and pepper to taste.
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Let everything bubble gently before adding your rotini. Turn down the heat, cover the pan but leave a small gap, and let it simmer. Give it a stir now and then for about 18 minutes until the pasta feels soft.
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When your pasta's done, mix in your grated cheddar until it melts into the sauce completely. You can sprinkle some chopped parsley on top if you want. Serve it hot and enjoy the homey taste.
# Notes:
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You can make a big batch of this and save it for quick meals during your busy week.
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Try using beef stock instead of sherry if you want a deeper taste.
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Chuck in extra veggies like peppers or tomatoes to make it healthier.