Skillet Cheesy Shells and Beef

Natural Applesauce
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Ingredients

  • 12 oz shell pasta
  • 1½ lb ground beef
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (8-oz) carton sour cream
  • 1 (8-oz) pkg shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, cook beef and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and crumbly; drain and return to skillet.
  3. Add flour and seasoning; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually add broth and tomato sauce; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Stir in sour cream and pasta. Stir in cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 6 (4-oz) cups unsweetened applesauce, chilled

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Serve an applesauce cup on each plate.

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