Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups ziti pasta (cooked see NOTES)
• 1 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbs Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbs tomato paste
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
• salt to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1 Cook pasta according to al dente package directions less 1 minute. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Drain pasta without rinsing.
2. 2 Meanwhile in a large skillet over high heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil and brown beef while breaking up with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes. Reduce to medium heat. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in garlic, onions, chili flakes, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, parsley, and 1/2 cup pasta (or plain) water. Simmer until meat is tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3. 3 Toss in pasta and 1 cup mozzarella. Top with remaining cheese and cover with lid. Garnish with additional parsley.

NUTRITION

Calories: 627kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 39g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g