Cheesy ground beef pasta skillet

Ingredients

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• 1 pound ziti pasta
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• ½ tsp pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 onion, chopped
• ½ cup chopped parsley
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella

Method

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain pasta without rinsing.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over high heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil and brown beef while breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes.

3. Reduce to medium heat. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Add garlic, onions, chili flakes, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, parsley, and ½ cup pasta water. Simmer until meat is tender, about 8–10 minutes.

5. Toss in the pasta and 1 cup mozzarella. Top with remaining cheese and cover with a lid.

6. Garnish with additional parsley and serve!