Fusilli Pasta with Meat Sauce
Indulge in the hearty, comforting flavors of Fusilli Pasta with Meat Sauce—a classic Italian-inspired dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. This recipe combines tender fusilli with a rich, savory meat sauce made from perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic garlic and onion, tangy tomato paste, and canned tomatoes simmered to perfection. Dried oregano and basil infuse the sauce with bold herbaceous notes, while a dash of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, this dish delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Ready in just 50 minutes, this easy-to-make pasta recipe is guaranteed to please a crowd and make any mealtime special. Perfect for pasta lovers searching for a quick yet delicious dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fusilli pasta
- 500 grams ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 800 grams canned tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 5 leaves fresh basil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the onion and garlic.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until they become translucent.
Add the garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, be careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet.
Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the canned tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
Stir the sauce well and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the cooked fusilli pasta to the skillet with the meat sauce.
Toss the pasta and sauce together until the fusilli is well coated.
Serve the pasta in bowls, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Enjoy your homemade fusilli pasta with meat sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 915 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 811 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
