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Veggie and Beef Bolognese

Rating:
Age Category: 1y and up
Cuisine: Italian
Total time: 30 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 5
Dietary Restrictions
Egg-free, Peanut-free, Tree-nut-free, Fish-free, Shellfish-free, Soy-Free, Pork-Free, Sesame-Free
Ingredients
  • 8 Ounce spaghetti
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 1 Pound 93% lean ground beef
  • 1/4 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 carrot
  • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 Cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 Cup marinara sauce
  • 2 Cup broccoli
  • 2 yellow bell pepper
  • 2 Cup strawberries
  • 2 Cup green grapes
Directions
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions. Once done, drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water for later use in the sauce. Set the cooked pasta aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 6 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
  • Add the ground beef to the pan with the onion. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Use a wooden spoon to break the beef into smaller pieces. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
  • Add the finely chopped carrots to the pan and sauté for 1 minute, allowing them to soften slightly.
  • Pour in the marinara sauce and add the reserved pasta water. Stir to combine. Adjust the sauce's consistency by adding more pasta water if you prefer a thinner sauce, or less if you want it thicker. Stir well to mix everything together.
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Nutrition Facts per Serving
    Nutrient Amount
    Calories 550 kcal
    Fat 17 g
    Carbohydrates 70 g
    Protein 31 g
    Fiber 8 g
    Sugar 22 g
    Sodium 762 mg