Description
This Beef Pasta in Tomato Sauce recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that is easy to prepare. The hearty ground beef pairs perfectly with a rich tomato sauce, creating a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Beef Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 24 oz tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Beef Sauce: Brown ground beef and onion in olive oil. Add garlic, seasonings, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and broth. Simmer.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. Heat together and serve with Parmesan and herbs.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or butter at the end.
- This dish reheats well and is great for meal prep or freezing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
