Pappardelle pasta with meat sauce and ricotta

Pappardelle pasta with meat sauce and ricotta

Dinner

Item Rating: 70/100

1 serving (300 grams) contains 450 calories, 20.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 55.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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354.3
calories
15.7
protein
43.3
carbohydrates
11.8
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (236.2g)
Calories
354.3
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.8 g 15%
Saturated Fat 5.5 g 27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 31.5 mg 10%
Sodium 472.4 mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 43.3 g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2.4 g 8%
Sugars 4.7 g
protein 15.7 g 31%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 118.1 mg 9%
Iron 2.4 mg 13%
Potassium 315.0 mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar
⚠️ Contains trans fat

Source of Calories

50.6%
18.4%
31.0%
Fat: 106 cal (31.0%)
Protein: 62 cal (18.4%)
Carbs: 173 cal (50.6%)

About Pappardelle pasta with meat sauce and ricotta

Pappardelle Pasta with Meat Sauce and Ricotta is a hearty Italian dish combining wide, ribbon-like pasta with a robust meat-based tomato sauce. Originating from Tuscany, pappardelle is ideal for capturing thick sauces, pairing well with the rich blend of ground meat, onions, garlic, herbs, and crushed tomatoes in the sauce. A dollop of creamy ricotta cheese adds a delightful contrast in texture and flavor. This dish offers protein from the meat and calcium from the ricotta, while the tomatoes provide vitamins A and C along with antioxidants. However, it can be high in calories and saturated fat due to the cheese and ground meat, especially if the meat isn’t lean. To make it healthier, use whole-grain pasta, lean ground meat, or substitute some of the ricotta with low-fat options. Perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings, this dish blends tradition with indulgence in every bite.