Greek Beef and Tomato Pasta Skillet

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground beef
• •1 cup uncooked penne pasta
• •2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1/2 cup beef broth
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tsp dried oregano
• •1 tsp garlic powder
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.

3. 3

   Stir in the garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper, then add the cherry tomatoes and beef broth.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the uncooked penne pasta. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and well combined.

6. 6

   Garnish with fresh basil before serving.