Stuffed Pepper Pasta
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 bell peppers, diced
Ā½ yellow onion, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon minced garlic
24 ounces pasta sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 cups cooked bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for topping)
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Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
SautƩ the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add diced bell peppers and onion. Cook for 5ā7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
Brown the Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart and cook until fully browned. Drain off any excess fat.
Season the Mixture
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add Sauce & Simmer
Pour in pasta sauce and stir to combine. Lower heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Combine with Pasta
Add cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated and everything is well combined.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve hot. Top with shredded cheese or chopped fresh parsley if desired.