Description
Transform tender leftover chuck beef into a creamy pasta dish with a rich, non-dairy tomato sauce, aromatic herbs, and soft vegetables. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot meal is both comforting and customizable for any occasion.
Ingredients
1.2 kg (2 1/2 lb) chuck beef or other slow cooking beef cut, cut into 4 equal pieces
1 tbsp sea salt
Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
3 tbsp olive oil, divided into 1 tbsp and 2 tbsp
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
400 g crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 bouillon cubes
250 ml beef broth, homemade or store-bought
3 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
Instructions
Pat beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy oven-safe pot over high heat until shimmering
Sear beef in batches in a single layer for 3-5 minutes total, until browned on all sides
Transfer beefto a plate, reserve drippings in the pot
Reduce heat to medium-low, add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil
Add garlic and onion; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant
Stir in carrots and celery; cook 5 minutes until softened
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, thyme, and rosemary
Return seared beef and juices to the pot; add beef broth
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to the lowest setting. Cover and cook gently for 1 hour 30 minutes
Uncover after 1 hour and continue simmering for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally
Add pasta (cooked according to package instructions) to the pot to combine with meat and sauce
Remove from heat and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve garnished with fresh herbs
Notes
For vegetarian option: substitute beef with mushrooms and use vegetable bouillon
Use olive oil-based pasta instead of egg pasta for complete non-dairy option
Add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or vegan alternative just before serving for richness
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 100
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg