Pasta com Ragu de Carne

Pasta com Ragu de Carne is a comforting Brazilian dish featuring tender, slow-cooked beef ragu served over gluten-free pasta. This hearty meal is rich in flavors and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free pasta - 200 grams
• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Beef broth - 250 ml
• Bay leaf - 1
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the ragu simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
7. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve the ragu over the cooked gluten-free pasta and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables used in the ragu.

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