Description
A flavorful and easy Ground Beef Italian Skillet loaded with Italian herbs, tomatoes, and savory spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served over pasta or rice.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounces) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice and the tomato sauce.
Add dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot over cooked pasta, rice, or your favorite side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes