Hearty Beef Pasta Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta & Beef

01 - 2 cups elbow macaroni
02 - 1 pound ground beef

→ Seasonings & Flavor

03 - 1/2 medium onion, diced
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian herb blend
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Sauce

09 - 1 can (28 oz) tomato sauce

# Instructions:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion turns soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
03 - Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Combine the cooked pasta with the meat sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated. Serve warm and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
02 - For longer storage, freeze portions in freezer bags for up to 3 months.