Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce
Indulge in the comforting, homey flavors of this Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce—an easy-to-make, family-friendly dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Tender macaroni is coated in a rich, hearty meat sauce made with ground beef, aromatic garlic, and sweet diced onions. Simmered to perfection with canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and a blend of dried herbs like basil and oregano, this savory sauce is elevated with a hint of spice from red chili flakes. Finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, this Italian-inspired dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 45 minutes and loaded with flavor, this pasta recipe is a delicious solution for any mealtime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams macaroni pasta
- 500 grams ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 5 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 liters water
Instructions
Bring 3 liters of water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Once boiling, add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add the macaroni pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Break the meat into smaller pieces with a spatula as it cooks.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return it to the heat.
Stir in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add to the skillet with the meat sauce.
Toss the pasta with the sauce until evenly coated.
Serve the macaroni pasta with meat sauce hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.6 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.1 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 5060 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.5 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.7 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 187.2 g | 374% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1656 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3657 mg | 78% | |
*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.
