Delicious Pumpkin Beef Bolognese
Warm your soul with this flavorful Pumpkin Beef Bolognese, a delightful fusion of sweet pumpkin and savory ground beef. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this hearty sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta. With its rich aroma and robust taste, this dish promises to be a memorable addition to your culinary collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and crushed tomatoes; combine well and cook for 5 minutes.
- Season with oregano, salt, and pepper; let simmer on low for at least 20 minutes.
- Serve over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh herbs or additional olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg