Description
Pumpkin Beef Bolognese is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, blending savory ground beef with the natural sweetness of pumpkin puree. This hearty sauce simmers to perfection, delivering rich flavors and vibrant colors that make it a perfect choice for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Serve it over your favorite pasta or enjoy it with crusty bread for a comforting meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing onion, chopping carrots, and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Push vegetables aside and add ground beef. Brown the beef until fully cooked (about 7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg