Hearty Penne Beef
Elevate your dinner table with this soul-satisfying Hearty Penne Beef recipe, a perfect blend of tender pasta, robust beef, and rich, aromatic tomato sauce. Crafted with al dente penne, lean ground beef, and a medley of fragrant spices like oregano and basil, this dish comes together in just under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The slow-simmered sauce, infused with garlic, onion, and a touch of optional chili flakes for heat, clings to every piece of pasta, delivering pure comfort in every bite. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley, this recipe is a balance of hearty flavors and elegant simplicity. Serve it straight from the skillet with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a complete meal the whole family will love. Perfect for lovers of Italian-inspired cuisine, "Hearty Penne Beef" is your go-to recipe for a deliciously satisfying and easy-to-make pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 500 grams ground beef (lean)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 250 milliliters beef stock
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef stock. Mix well.
Season the mixture with dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.0 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.8 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 5560 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.1 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.2 g | ||
| Protein | 216.8 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 955 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 37.6 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 5843 mg | 124% | |
*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.
