Beef and Vegetable Pasta

Beef and Vegetable Pasta is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender ground beef with vibrant vegetables and al dente pasta, all brought together in a savory sauce. This kosher meal is perfect for a comforting dinner that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion (chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Zucchini (diced) - 1 medium
• Carrot (diced) - 1 medium
• Crushed tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
4. Stir in diced bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Includes a variety of vegetables providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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