Skillet Beef Bolognese

Savory lean ground beef simmered in a rich garlic and herb tomato sauce over high-protein penne pasta with steamed tender broccoli.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 18 min
• Total: 28 min
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: Italian
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $4.19/serving

Dietary

• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein
• Halal
• High-Fiber
• Low-Fat

Tags

• sauté
• quick
• comfort food
• savory
• classic

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (93/7 lean)
• 8 ounce penne pasta (high-protein)
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz can)
• 1 yellow onion (medium, finely diced)
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (ground)
• 4 cup broccoli florets (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the high-protein penne pasta for 9 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. While the pasta boils, place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket over simmering water, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and diced yellow onion, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon for 6 minutes until the beef is browned and reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, stirring continuously for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the sauce to a simmer for 5 minutes. Fold in the drained pasta and reserved pasta water, tossing to coat.
6. Divide the pasta bolognese among four bowls, top each with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve alongside the steamed broccoli.

Notes

Using high-protein pasta gives this meal an exceptional protein boost while keeping saturated fat low.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 545
• Protein: 39.9 g
• Carbohydrates: 65.8 g
• Fat: 14.6 g
• Fiber: 11.2 g
• Sodium: 1301 mg
• Saturated Fat: 5.2 g
• Sugar: 14.2 g
• Cholesterol: 79 mg