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One-Pot Ground Beef Veggie Pasta

One-Pot Ground Beef Veggie Pasta for Quick Family Dinners

This One-Pot Ground Beef Veggie Pasta is a quick, nourishing meal ready in about 40 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 lb Ground Beef for a vegetarian option, substitute with lentils
  • 8 oz Pasta (penne or rotini) use sturdy short pasta to soak up the sauce
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh is preferred, but frozen works if thawed
  • 1 cup Carrots fresh is ideal, but frozen diced can be used
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers substitute with a similar veggie if needed
  • 1 medium Onion essential base flavor for the sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic essential base flavor for the sauce
  • 4 cups Beef Broth opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 1 tbsp Herbs (oregano, basil, etc.) fresh herbs are best, dried can be a good alternative
Optional Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese omit for a dairy-free option
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Herbs for garnish like chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by chopping the onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrot, and spinach. Set aside the spinach last to keep it fresh.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in your large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until brown.
  4. Stir in the uncooked pasta, beef broth, and all your chopped veggies except the spinach.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil on high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for approximately 25-30 minutes.
  6. Once the pasta reaches the perfect doneness, stir in the fresh spinach. Cover the pot again and let it sit for about 5 minutes off the heat.
  7. Mix everything well before serving it warm, garnishing with freshly grated parmesan cheese and extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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