Easy Pasta With Ground Beef And Onions
This simple pasta recipe with ground meat and onions, also known as "Macaroni Po-Flotski" or "Pasta A-La-Sailor," is a comforting and easy meal made with pantry staples. The combination of tender pasta, flavorful ground beef, and sautéed onions creates a satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this dish will quickly become a go-to favorite!
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Large pot
- Non-stick Frying pan
- Cooking spoon
- Food Processor optional
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta tubular shapes work best
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil on a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden-brown. Add the ground meat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- OPTIONAL STEP: Process cooked ground meat and onion mixture in a food processor.
- Heat another 1 tbsp of oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add cooked pasta and cooked ground meat and onion mixture. Stir until the pasta is coated with oil and mixed with the ground meat.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add garlic, paprika, or Italian seasoning to the ground meat while cooking.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in a pan with a little oil for the best texture.