NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz 93% lean ground beef

1.75 oz dry penne pasta

0 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp tomato paste

0 tbsp vodka

0.25 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

1 clove garlic

0.25 cup yellow onion

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente.

• 2

  While pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the ground beef to the skillet, seasoning with half the salt and pepper, and cook until deeply browned and crispy.

• 4

  Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.

• 5

  Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

• 6

  Stir in the tomato paste and red pepper flakes, cooking for 2 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.

• 7

  Pour in the vodka to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

• 8

  Reduce heat to low, then stir in the Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons of pasta water to create a smooth sauce.

• 9

  Toss the cooked pasta and crispy beef into the sauce until well-coated.

• 10

  Garnish with fresh basil and the remaining salt and pepper before serving.