Gluten-Free Cheesy Ground Meat Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Gluten-Free Cheesy Ground Meat Pasta, a family-friendly recipe that's as satisfying as it is simple to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish features tender gluten-free pasta tossed in a savory, homemade meat sauce made with your choice of beef, chicken, or turkey. The sauce is enriched with aromatic onion, garlic, and Italian seasonings, then topped with melty mozzarella and nutty Parmesan cheese for an irresistibly creamy finish. With just 45 minutes from prep to table, this recipe is a gluten-free crowd-pleaser that’s easy to customize and perfect for sharing. Garnish with fresh basil for a fragrant, finishing touch that elevates every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free pasta
- 1 pound Ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After simmering, stir in grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
Add the cooked gluten-free pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta and cover the skillet. Let it sit on low heat for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve the cheesy ground meat pasta immediately, garnished with fresh basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.5 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 491 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 4160 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.1 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 136.2 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1660 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 3031 mg | 64% | |
*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.
