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Penne bolognese

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Course: Supper
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

  • 300 g penne pasta
  • 250 g lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
  • 200 ml beef broth
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • grated Parmesan cheese for serving
  • fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Penne:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Prepare the Bolognese Sauce:

  • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the finely chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables become soft and the onion turns translucent.

Cook the Ground Beef:

  • Add the lean ground beef to the saucepan with the sautéed vegetables.
  • Break up the meat with a spoon and cook until it's browned and no longer pink.

Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings:

  • Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and red wine (if using). Stir to combine.
  • Add the dried oregano and basil.
  • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer the Bolognese Sauce:

  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the sauce simmer for at least 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • The longer you simmer, the richer the flavors will be. You can simmer for up to 2 hours if you have the time.

Serve:

  • Once the Bolognese sauce is ready, serve it over the cooked penne pasta.
  • Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
    Enjoy your homemade Penne Bolognese!
Nutrition Facts
Penne bolognese
Amount per Serving
Calories
503
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
39
mg
13
%
Sodium
 
370
mg
16
%
Potassium
 
800
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
 
67
g
22
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
26
g
52
%
Vitamin A
 
223
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
76
mg
8
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.