Paleo Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
Discover a comforting and healthy twist on a classic Italian dish with this Paleo Rigatoni with Meat Sauce! This grain-free recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender sweet potato rigatoni, creating a flavorful, paleo-friendly meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or leisurely gatherings. The silky meat sauce, made with grass-fed ground beef, savory spices like oregano and basil, and hearty crushed tomatoes, brings a rich depth to every bite. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe effortlessly combines wholesome ingredients to deliver a satisfying, family-approved dish. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious! Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or simply experimenting with healthier alternatives, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Sweet Potato Rigatoni
- 1 pound Ground Beef (grass-fed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic Cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and sweet potato rigatoni. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned, breaking it up with a spoon. This should take about 7-10 minutes.
Once the beef is browned, drain off excess fat if necessary, then stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Combine the cooked rigatoni with the meat sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta well.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.1 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.4 g | 167% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3100 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.8 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 4256 mg | 91% | |
*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.
