Who would have thought that you could whip up a pasta dish that's so good, it makes you want to pat yourself on the back and say, "Well done, genius"? Oh wait, that's right, I did. And now, because I'm feeling generous and a tad smug about my culinary skills, I've decided to let you in on my secret recipe for Beef & Red Pepper Pappardelle Pasta. Now, don't go thanking me all at once. Instead, make this dish, devour it, and then come tell me how right I was. It's the least you can do.

You'll need the kind of stuff that makes your kitchen smell like an Italian grandma's on a Sunday afternoon. We're talking pappardelle pasta, ground beef, a can of diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and a red bell pepper that's going to add a pop of color and crunch that'll make you see stars. Oh, and don't forget the garlic. Lots of it. Because what's life without a little garlic breath, right?

Boil some water, throw in your pasta like you're performing a sacred ritual, and cook it till it's just shy of al dente. Meanwhile, brown that beef like it owes you money, adding a sprinkle of salt and a dash of garlic powder to show it who's boss. Toss in the garlic cloves (don't be shy—this is your time to shine), then add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and that bell pepper you've been giving the side-eye to. Let it all simmer together, like a beautiful, harmonious symphony of flavors, then introduce the pasta to its new best friends. A sprinkle of parsley and a generous helping of grated Parmesan later, and voilà, you've got yourself a meal that'll make you wonder why anyone bothers eating anything else.

So, there you have it. Beef & Red Pepper Pappardelle Pasta. Make it, love it, and then come tell me how amazing I am for bringing this recipe into your life. You're welcome, by the way.