Soy-Free Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce

Indulge in a comforting bowl of Soy-Free Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce, a family-friendly dish that's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender rotini pasta smothered in a rich, homemade tomato meat sauce, this recipe skips soy-based additives for a clean, wholesome approach. The sauce boasts a medley of aromatic ingredients like sautéed onions, garlic, and Italian seasonings, with a touch of red chili flakes for subtle heat. Topped with fresh basil and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan, this delicious pasta is ready in under 45 minutes and serves four hungry mouths. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or simply craving timeless Italian-inspired comfort food, this soy-free pasta dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Rotini pasta
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 8 cups Water
• 1 tbsp Salt for pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and add 1 tablespoon salt.

Step 2

Add the rotini pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through.

Step 7

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and sugar.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Drain the cooked pasta and return it to the pot.

Step 10

Pour the meat sauce over the cooked rotini and mix until the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.

Step 11

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3814.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3033.1

Total Fat 128.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 341.1mg	0%
Sodium 10240.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 150.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1052.5mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 5214.1mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 43.1%