Dairy-Free Hearty Beef Pasta

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Dairy-Free Hearty Beef Pasta, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. This recipe delivers a robust, savory tomato-based meat sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and herbs like oregano and basil, all simmered to perfection with juicy ground beef and sweet red bell peppers. Served over your favorite pasta, this dairy-free dish is ideal for those with lactose sensitivities while maintaining all the satisfying flavors you love in a hearty pasta meal. With a quick 15-minute prep and simple cooking steps, it’s a family-friendly recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright and fresh finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Bay leaf
• 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 3

Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to darken slightly.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, and stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.

Step 10

Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove the bay leaf.

Step 11

Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce until well coated.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2211.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2128.2

Total Fat 114.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 3662.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345.4mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 4056.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 32.2%