Description
This Beef Pasta in Tomato Sauce recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a comforting dinner. The combination of savory ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and al dente pasta creates a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup beef broth
Additional:
- 12 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion, add garlic, brown beef, season, add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Simmer.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, and add to the sauce. Combine and cook briefly.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in Parmesan cheese and basil. Serve hot, topped with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, substitute Italian sausage for ground beef.
- Add chopped spinach or mushrooms for added vegetables.
- This dish reheats well and is great for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
