Description
Cowboy Nudeln One Pot Pasta is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that combines pasta, ground meat, and fresh vegetables, all cooked together in one pot for quick preparation and minimal cleanup. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this comforting recipe delivers rich, bold flavors with cheesy, savory goodness and is highly versatile to suit various dietary preferences and ingredient availability.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Pasta and Vegetables
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 – 2 bell peppers, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
Liquids and Spices
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Meat and Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, then add finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook together until fragrant and the onion softens.
- Add Vegetables and Spices: Stir in the diced bell peppers, diced tomatoes, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the peppers begin to soften and the spices release their flavors.
- Incorporate Pasta and Broth: Pour in the beef broth and add the egg noodles. Stir thoroughly to combine and bring the pot to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Cook Until Noodles Are Tender: Simmer the mixture until the noodles have absorbed most of the liquid and are perfectly tender, about 8-10 minutes depending on the pasta brand.
- Stir in Cheese and Fresh Herbs: Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables and herbs for better flavor and color.
- Do not overcook the noodles; they should be tender but firm to avoid mushiness.
- Drain excess grease after browning the meat for a cleaner taste.
- Adjust salt, spices, or heat levels to your preference as you cook.
- Use a wooden spoon and scrape the bottom regularly to prevent noodles from sticking or burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: one pot pasta, cowboy nudeln, ground beef pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal, cheesy pasta, hearty pasta, quick pasta recipe