NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1.5 oz dry pappardelle pasta

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup yellow onion

0.25 cup carrot

0.25 cup celery

1 clove garlic

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.25 cup beef broth

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

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

• 3

  Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

• 4

  Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

• 5

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

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and beef broth, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

• 7

  Drain the pasta and toss it directly into the sauce, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.