NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz ground sirloin

1 oz dry cavatappi pasta

0.5 cup diced red bell pepper

0.5 cup diced green bell pepper

0.25 cup diced yellow onion

1 clove minced garlic

0.25 cup tomato puree

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cavatappi pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 2

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the diced yellow onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and vibrant.

• 4

  Add the ground sirloin to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until thoroughly browned and no longer pink.

• 5

  Stir in the minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, cooking for another 60 seconds until the aromatics are fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and stir to combine, allowing the sauce to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors together.

• 7

  Add the cooked cavatappi to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta in the savory meat and pepper mixture.

• 8

  Serve the dish immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for a bright finish.