Conchitas with Ground Beef

“Conchitas” typically refers to small pasta shells. Combining them with ground beef creates a delicious and hearty dish. Here’s a simple recipe for making conchitas with ground beef:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 oz conchitas (small pasta shells)
• Shredded cheese for topping (optional)
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the conchitas according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Add the cooked conchitas to the skillet with the ground beef mixture. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve the conchitas with ground beef hot, topped with shredded cheese and chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

This dish is versatile and can be customized to your taste preferences. Enjoy your conchitas with ground beef!