One-Pan Cheese
Shrimp Pasta

A remarkably simple one-pan cheese and shrimp pasta featuring tender al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich meat-and-tomato sauce, topped with succulent pan-seared shrimp and melted mozzarella.

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti noodles
• 150 g ground pork
• 150 g ground beef
• 10 raw shrimp
• 1/2 cup red onion
• 2 fresh tomatoes
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• to taste cooking oil
• to taste dried herbs

Instructions

1. 1Brown the mixed ground meats

   

   Heat oil in a hot skillet, then add the ground pork and ground beef mixture directly into the pan to begin browning and rendering their flavors.

   Tip: Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the meat to get a good sear.
2. 2Add chopped red onion

   

   Add finely chopped red onion into the skillet alongside the browned ground meat to build aromatic flavors.

   Tip: Stir frequently to allow the onions to soften and mix well with the meat juices.
3. 3Add chopped tomatoes

   

   Add diced fresh tomatoes into the skillet with the meat and onions to introduce natural moisture and acidity.

   Tip: Ripe tomatoes will break down faster and create a richer base sauce.
4. 4Squeeze in ketchup

   

   Squeeze ketchup directly into the pan over the meat and vegetable mixture to enhance the sweet and tangy flavor profile.

   Tip: Ketchup adds both sweetness and depth of color to the pasta sauce.
5. 5Add tomato paste

   

   Spoon concentrated tomato paste into the skillet mixture to deepen the rich tomato flavor and thicken the sauce.

   Tip: Mix the tomato paste thoroughly with the other ingredients so it incorporates evenly.
6. 6Boil spaghetti noodles

   

   Lower a bundle of dry spaghetti noodles into a large pot of vigorously boiling water to cook them until al dente.

   Tip: Salt the boiling water generously before adding the pasta for better flavor.
7. 7Pan-sear the raw shrimp

   

   Pour oil into a separate hot skillet and add the cleaned raw shrimp. Pan-sear them until they turn pink and slightly golden on the outside, then remove them to keep them tender.

   Tip: Do not overcrowd the skillet so the shrimp sear evenly and develop a nice color.
8. 8Transfer the boiled pasta into the meat sauce pan

   

   Carefully lift and transfer the freshly boiled spaghetti directly from the plate into the simmering pan of rich meat sauce.

   Tip: Make sure to add the pasta while its still hot so it absorbs the sauce flavors immediately.
9. 9Combine pasta and sauce

   

   Ensure the pasta noodles are neatly bundled and resting in the center of the savory tomato meat sauce within the skillet.

   Tip: Keep the heat on low so the sauce gently coats the noodles without burning at the bottom of the pan.
10. 10Top with pan-seared shrimp and cheese

    

    Arrange the evenly cooked, seasoned shrimp in a circle over the pasta, then lightly sprinkle shredded cheese around the ingredients.

    Tip: Distribute the shrimp evenly so every serving gets a share of seafood.
11. 11Add a layer of cheese and herbs

    

    Cover the top of the pasta and shrimp generously with a layer of shredded cheese and a final dusting of dried herbs.

    Tip: Cover the pan with a lid for a minute if needed to help the cheese melt quickly and evenly.

Storage & Reheating

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