Penne com Ragu

Penne com Ragu is a hearty Brazilian pasta dish that combines al dente penne with a rich and flavorful meat sauce, providing a perfect balance of protein and carbohydrates. This comforting meal is perfect for a cozy dinner and is sure to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Penne pasta - 200 grams
• Ground beef - 150 grams
• Chorizo sausage - 100 grams, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped
• Parmesan cheese - for serving

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the ground beef and diced chorizo to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the ragu sauce.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and chorizo for energy.

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