Macarrones a la Boloñesa

Macarrones a la Boloñesa is a delightful Spanish twist on the classic Italian Bolognese, featuring a rich and savory sauce with halal ground meat. This comforting pasta dish is perfect for a cozy dinner and is sure to please any palate.

Ingredients

• Macaroni - 200 grams
• Halal ground beef or lamb - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small (about 100 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrot, finely chopped - 1 medium (about 70 grams)
• Celery, finely chopped - 1 stalk (about 50 grams)
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese, grated - for serving (optional)
• Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the halal ground beef or lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and mix well to combine.
6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from halal meat.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables like carrots and celery.

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