Pasta with Beef and Corn

Pasta with Beef and Corn is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender ground beef with sweet corn and al dente pasta, all enveloped in a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

• Pasta - 200 grams (spaghetti or penne)
• Ground beef - 250 grams (kosher)
• Sweet corn - 1 cup (canned or frozen)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Diced tomatoes - 1 cup (canned, with juice)
• Beef broth - 1/2 cup
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated (optional, for serving)

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, sweet corn, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from the beef for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains fiber from the pasta and corn, aiding in digestion.

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