Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce

Savor the hearty flavors of this Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Meat Sauce, a comforting and family-friendly dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe combines tender penne pasta with a rich, slow-simmered meat sauce infused with garlic, onion, herbs, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Made without any dairy, it's a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions, yet it never sacrifices flavor or creaminess. Highlighting pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and dried Italian herbs, this dish comes together in just under an hour. Serve it hot and garnished with fresh parsley for a wholesome, satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Season the beef with salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste. Stir until the tomato paste is fully incorporated.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Combine the cooked penne pasta with the meat sauce. Toss gently to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1836.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2750.6

Total Fat 117.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 2788.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 131.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 388.2mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 4542.4mg	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: 37.3%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 44.1%