Greek Macaroni with Meat Sauce
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this comforting and flavorful Greek Macaroni with Meat Sauce. A twist on classic pasta dishes, this recipe combines tender macaroni with a rich, spiced meat sauce infused with warm cinnamon, earthy bay leaf, and a hint of allspice. The addition of crushed tomatoes and a touch of sugar creates the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while the Parmesan cheese topping adds a luxurious finish. Ready in just an hour, this hearty dish is both simple to prepare and packed with bold, aromatic flavors. Perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining, it’s a true celebration of Greek-inspired cuisine that will leave everyone craving seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams macaroni pasta
- 500 grams ground beef
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoons ground allspice
- 1 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- water for boiling pasta
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, lightly drizzling with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and mix well to coat the beef evenly.
Add the crushed tomatoes, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, ground allspice, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and aromatic. Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf before serving.
Serve the cooked macaroni topped with the meat sauce and a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3961 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.5 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.5 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 4484 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 427.1 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.5 g | ||
| Protein | 196.7 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1400 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3805 mg | 81% | |
*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.
