Description
This One-Pot Beef Ragu Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The hearty beef ragu sauce pairs perfectly with pasta, creating a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Ragu:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, grated or finely chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (penne, rigatoni, or similar)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- Grated Parmesan and chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Ragu: Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrot, and garlic until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
- Cook the Ragu: Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and simmer until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in cream and simmer briefly. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and basil.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use red wine in place of half the beef broth.
- This dish thickens as it sits—add a splash of broth or cream when reheating.
- Ground turkey or Italian sausage can be substituted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
