Ground Beef Marinara
Savory ground beef, scented with onion, garlic, and herbs, then simmered in a parmesan-spiked tomato sauce. Topped with heaps of gooey mozzarella and served in about 20 minutes, everything about this dish says comfort food.
People are always asking me for ground beef recipes, here you go! I crafted this winner so you have another option for any busy night. This ground beef marinara is an excellent addition to your regular menu because it’s quick, easy, made with pantry staples, made in one skillet, and made in less than 20 minutes.
Here’s how to make this quick and easy ground beef marinara
- Brown beef in a skillet
- Add garlic and dried herbs
- Add tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes
- Fold in parmesan cheese
- Top with mozzarella and let it melt. Serve!
How should you serve this quick and easy ground beef marinara? I served the cheesy beef with baked potatoes! We loaded the spuds up like loaded potatoes and went to town. You can also serve the mixture over pasta, rice, or your favorite grain. For a low-carb meal, serve the beef mixture just like this – in shallow bowls.
Ground Beef Marinara
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil for serving, optional
Equipment
Instructions
- Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Add the garlic, basil, oregano, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute, until the herbs are fragrant.
- Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Fold in the parmesan cheese and cook for 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Top the beef mixture with the mozzarella, cover with foil or a lid and remove the pan from the heat. Let stand for a few minutes to melt the cheese.
- Top with fresh parsley or basil, if using, and serve.