• Lean Ground Beef • Cornstarch • Paprika • Garlic Powder • Onion Powder • Salt • Sugar • Black Pepper • Hot Water (or Beef Broth or Chicken Broth) • Milk • Dry Cavatappi Pasta or Macaroni Noodles • Grated Cheddar Cheese
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the ground beef and break it up. Cook and stir until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any remaining fat in the pan.
Sprinkle the cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, sugar, and pepper over the meat and stir well to distribute the spices evenly.
Add the hot water, milk, and pasta, then bring to a boil.
Cover with a lid, reduce heat and simmer for 8-11 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
Sprinkle the grated cheese over the cooked pasta and stir until melted into the sauce.
Remove from the heat, and let stand for a few minutes until the sauce thickens a bit.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, then serve.
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