One-Pan Beef And Sausage Spaghetti

Name: One-Pan Beef And Sausage Spaghetti
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb Italian sausage; 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 4 cups beef broth; 1 lb spaghetti; 1 cup water; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp sliced green onions

This one-pan beef and sausage spaghetti combines ground beef and Italian sausage in a savory Cajun-seasoned meat sauce cooked directly with the pasta for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

🌍American 🏷️Spaghetti 🏷️One-pan pasta 🏷️Ground beef 🏷️Italian sausage Comfort food

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🏷️Weeknight dinner

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Total

40 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$26–$43

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp tomato paste
4 cups beef broth
1 lb spaghetti
1 cup wateroptional
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseoptional
2 tbsp sliced green onionsoptional

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Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until browned.
2
Add the Cajun seasoning, chopped onion, red bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
4
Add the tomato paste and stir until it's fully incorporated. Cook for another minute.
5
Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly. Add any additional seasoning to taste.
6
Bring the sauce to a boil.
7
Break the spaghetti noodles in half and add them to the skillet. Press the noodles down to submerge them in the liquid.
8
Cover the skillet, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking.
9
If the sauce becomes too thick before the pasta is fully cooked, add up to 1 cup of water and continue to simmer.
10
Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Brown the beef and sausage fully before adding vegetables to develop deep flavor and prevent a watery sauce.
Stir the pasta frequently during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even texture—the starch released helps thicken the sauce naturally.
Use beef broth rather than water to build savory depth; add more broth if the sauce reduces too quickly before pasta is tender.
Bloom the tomato paste in the pan for 1–2 minutes after adding it to concentrate its umami flavor.

Substitutions

Italian sausage → ground Italian turkey (reduces fat; adds 2–3 minutes to browning time)
Cajun seasoning → Italian seasoning + garlic powder + paprika (use 1 tbsp total for similar depth)
Beef broth → chicken broth or pasta water mixed with broth (slightly lighter flavor but still effective)

Storage & make-ahead

Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with extra broth to restore sauce consistency.