Creamy Ground Beef Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 10 ounces rotini pasta.
02 - 1 pound ground beef.
03 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder.
04 - 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning.
05 - 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika.
06 - ½ teaspoon salt.
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper.
08 - 2 tablespoons flour.
09 - 1 cup beef broth.
10 - 15 ounces tomato sauce.
11 - ¾ cup heavy cream.
12 - 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese.

# Instructions:

01 - Cook pasta following box directions, drain and set aside.
02 - Brown beef in skillet until done, drain extra fat, and return to pan.
03 - Add seasonings and flour, cook 1-2 minutes, and mix well.
04 - Pour in broth and tomato sauce, bring to boil, reduce heat, simmer 5-7 minutes until thicker.
05 - Mix in cream and pasta, remove from heat, add cheese until melted, serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Quick weeknight dinner.
02 - Ready in 30 minutes.
03 - Kid-friendly meal.
04 - One-pan recipe.