Description
Enjoy this one-pot beef ragu pasta, a delicious and easy dinner featuring tender beef, tomatoes, and Italian herbs. Perfect for a comforting meal ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove any excess fat.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, water, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook the pasta: Add the pasta to the pot and stir well. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of red wine with the tomatoes.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg