Directions
- 1Cook 300 grams of pasta shells, saving a little bit of the cooking water for later.
- 2Oil a hot pan and add 800 grams of 15% ground beef.
- 3Let the beef get a crispy sear, then break it up and add the seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt & pepper).
- 4Mix the beef and seasonings together, then set the beef aside.
- 5Add one medium chopped onion and diced garlic to the pan.
- 6Stir until fragrant, then add in tomato sauce, 200 ml of beef stock, double cream, and some Italian herbs.
- 7Stir well, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- 8Add in the cooked beef, cooked pasta, and the saved pasta water.
- 9Give everything one final mix until it is beautifully rich and creamy.
- 10Box the pasta into four equal servings, garnish, and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 300 grams pasta shells
- oil
- 800 grams 15% ground beef
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- smoked paprika
- salt
- pepper
- 1 medium chopped onion
- diced garlic
- tomato sauce
- 200 ml beef stock
- double cream
- Italian herbs
Equipment
panmeal prep boxes
Tips
- Save pasta water for later to achieve a rich and creamy consistency.
- Store in meal prep boxes refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring until creamy.
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