NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz 93% lean ground beef

1.5 oz whole grain penne pasta

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 cup baby spinach

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a pot of water to boil and cook the whole grain penne according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the ground beef and diced onion to the skillet, breaking the meat apart with a spatula as it cooks.

• 4

  Cook until the beef is thoroughly browned and the onions are translucent, then drain any excess fat from the pan.

• 5

  Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

• 7

  Fold in the cooked pasta and fresh baby spinach, stirring constantly until the spinach is wilted and the sauce is glossy.

• 8

  Serve immediately in a bowl topped with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.