Jamie Tucker
@tuckerjamie
Pesto Hamburger Pasta
A delicious and creamy pasta dish combining elbow macaroni, ground beef, and a flavorful pesto sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:4
- Views:8
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 1 pound
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pesto Hamburger Pasta.
Step 1
Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once the water is bubbling, toss in the elbow macaroni and let it cook for about 8 minutes.
Step 3
Stir occasionally to keep the pasta from sticking, and cook until it’s tender but still has a nice bite to it.
Step 4
Once done, drain the macaroni and set it aside for later.
Step 5
Next, grab a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks.
Step 7
Stir frequently for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the beef is beautifully browned and crumbly.
Step 8
If there’s any excess grease, be sure to drain it off to keep your dish light and delicious.
Step 9
Now, lower the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the pesto and sour cream with the cooked ground beef.
Step 10
Mix everything together until it’s warmed through and the flavors meld beautifully.
Step 11
Finally, add the drained macaroni to the skillet and give it a good stir to combine all the ingredients.
Step 12
You want every bite to be packed with flavor! Serve this comforting dish warm, and enjoy the delightful blend of creamy pesto and hearty beef.
Step 13
It’s a meal that’s sure to bring smiles to the table!.