Look, I get it. Life is busy. We’ve all got that endless to-do list looming over us, and the idea of spending hours in the kitchen sounds about as appealing as doing taxes on a Friday night. So, if you’re like me, you need a meal that’s quick, comforting and doesn’t leave you questioning all your life choices.

This dish is perfect for anyone who appreciates the delicate art of throwing ingredients in a pan and hoping for the best. It's rich, cheesy, and hearty enough to convince yourself it's totally appropriate to eat alone straight from the pot. And yes, leftovers will be there to haunt you for the next three days. Don't worry, it's part of the charm.

What You'll Need:

• Pappardelle pasta

• 1 lb Ground beef (because, obviously, we're not here for rabbit food)

• 2 cups Mushrooms, sliced

• 1 ½ cups Chicken broth (yes, chicken broth in a beef dish—let the magic happen)

• 1 ½ cups Grated Parmesan (the more cheese, the better)

• 1 Tbsp Minced garlic (or however much your garlic-loving heart desires)

• 1 Tbsp Butter

• Chilli powder, onion powder, garlic salt, garlic powder (basically every form of garlic known to man)

• Pepper

• Dried oregano

• Parsley for garnish

How I Effortlessly Threw This Together

1. Brown the Beef
   Grab a large pan (the biggest one you can find, because we don't do delicate here) and toss in the ground beef like the culinary daredevil you are. Season it with a mix of minced garlic, chili powder, onion powder, garlic salt, and pepper. Basically, if it says garlic on the label, it's going in. Cook until brown, then drain it, because we're pretending to care about our health, and set it aside.

2. Mushroom Magic
   In the same pan (because who wants to wash two pans?), melt a tiny bit of butter, toss in the sliced mushrooms, and let them soften. This is when your kitchen will start smelling like a five-star restaurant.

3. Beef Reunion
   Once the mushrooms are looking soft, bring the beef back to the party. Stir everything together, making sure the mushrooms don't feel neglected.

4. Chicken Broth and Cheese: The Ultimate Combo
   Now comes the part where this sauce gets its oomph. Stir in the chicken broth (yes, chicken, just trust me) and a cup of Parmesan. Simmer until the cheese melts into the broth, creating a light sauce that screams, "I’m both rich and delicate," which is basically how we all want to feel after a meal.

5. Pasta Time
   Meanwhile, you’ve got pappardelle cooking in salted boiling water like the good little carb soldiers they are. This takes about 10 minutes, which is just enough time for you to wonder why you ever order takeout. Drain the pasta once it's al dente (that’s chef talk for "not mushy"), and toss it straight into your beefy, cheesy, mushroom-y creation.

6. Season to Perfection
   Don’t forget to sprinkle in some dried oregano and garlic powder, because flavor is life, and stir everything like you’ve been doing this your whole life. You can never have too much garlic—this is a scientific fact.

7. Garnish & Glory
   Finish it off with a generous dusting of the remaining Parmesan and some parsley if you're feeling extra. Take a picture, because this deserves a spot on your Instagram. You’ve earned it.

Now, Here’s the Hardest Part: Enjoying

All that’s left is to dig in. Sure, you could make this for your family or friends, but let's be honest: This dish is really for you. So, settle in with your bowl of cheesy, beefy heaven and forget about the world for a minute. And yes, the leftovers will be waiting for you tomorrow, and the next day, and maybe the day after that. But hey, that's future you’s problem.

Bon appétit! Or, more realistically: Happy Couch-Eating!