The image shows a hearty and colorful pasta dish with elbow macaroni, ground beef, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce. This dish resembles Spaghetti Pie or a One-Pot Pasta Dish, which is a comforting and easy-to-make meal. Here’s a detailed recipe:
One-Pot Pasta with Ground Beef and Vegetables
Ingredients:
- For the Pasta:
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- For the Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)