Kids Meal 1 Recipe
Make Kids Meal 1 Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasonings
Optional Toppings
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
Cook Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup of ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break it apart as it cooks.
- 5
Add Seasonings
Stir in 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of Italian seasoning, 0.5 tsp of salt, and 0.5 tsp of black pepper into the browned beef.
- 6
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour in 1 cup of tomato sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta with Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce and ground beef. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 8
Add Cheese
Sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the pasta and mix until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Meal
Serve the pasta in bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as fresh basil and 0.5 cup of Parmesan cheese if desired.