Pasta Bolognese

Pasta Bolognese is a high-protein Lebanese-inspired dish that combines traditional pasta with a rich and savory minced meat sauce, infused with aromatic spices. This hearty meal is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a flavorful dish while boosting their protein intake.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat spaghetti - 150 grams
• Lean ground beef or lamb - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, finely diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, finely diced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Crushed tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Lebanese seven spice - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 30 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat spaghetti in a pot of salted boiling water 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, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add minced garlic and ground beef or lamb to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, Lebanese seven spice, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
5. Once the sauce is ready, toss in the cooked spaghetti and mix well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle growth and repair.
• Contains fiber from whole wheat pasta and vegetables for digestive health.

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