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Cheesy Skillet Bolognese Pasta

Cheesy Skillet Bolognese Pasta

with Garlic
4.5(658)
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970 kcal
54g
30 minutes
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  • Wheat
  • Sulphites
  • Milk
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Milk
  • Mustard
  • Tree nuts
  • Peanuts
  • Sesame
  • Soy
  • Wheat

250 g

Ground Beef

170 g

Penne

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1 unit(s)

Crushed Tomatoes with Garlic and Onion

2 unit(s)

Garlic, cloves

5 g

Italian Herb Spice Blend

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¾ cup

Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

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113 g

Mirepoix

¼ cup

Parmesan Cheese, shredded

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½ tbsp

Oil*

0.13 tsp

Salt*

0.06 tsp

Pepper*

1 tbsp

Unsalted Butter*

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Calories970 kcal
Fat44 g
Saturated Fat21 g
Carbohydrate93 g
Sugar15 g
Dietary Fiber9 g
Protein54 g
Cholesterol140 mg
Sodium1380 mg
Trans Fat2 g
Potassium1500 mg
Calcium600 mg
Iron6.5 mg
Strainer
Large Pot
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Large Oven-Proof Pan

Cook pasta
1
  • Before starting, preheat the broiler to high. Wash and dry all produce.
  • Add 10 cups hot water and 2 tsp salt to a large pot (use same for 4 ppl). Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add penne to the boiling water. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 10-12 min.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup (1/2 cup) pasta water, then drain.
Prep and start sauce
2
  • Meanwhile, peel, then mince or grate garlic.
  • Heat a large oven-proof pan over medium-high heat.
  • When hot, add 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) oil, then mirepoix. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 3-4 min.
  • Add beef and Italian Herb and Spice Blend. Cook, breaking up beef, until cooked through, 4-5 min.**
  • Season with salt and pepper.
Finish sauce
3
  • Add garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 1 min.
  • Reduce heat to medium, then add crushed tomatoes and reserved pasta sauce.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly, 3-4 min.
Assemble pasta
4
  • Add penne and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter to the pan with sauce, then stir to combine. (NOTE: If you do not have an oven-proof pan, transfer mixture to a lightly-oiled 8x8-inch baking dish. For 4 ppl, use a 9x13-inch baking dish.)
  • Remove the pan from heat. Top with mozzarella and half the Parmesan cheese.
  • Broil in the middle of the oven until cheese melts, 4-5 min.
Finish and serve
5
  • Divide pasta between plates.
  • Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese overtop.

  • Flavor: Reviewers enjoyed the cheesy taste, though some felt it needed more flavour overall.
  • Ease of prep: The recipe was praised for being simple and easy to make.
  • Leftovers: Some found that leftovers tasted even better the next day.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding extra cheese for a more indulgent dish; some preferred it without carrots.