Name: Beef Ragu Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound ground beef (preferably ground chuck); 1 small onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup red wine; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 12 ounces rigatoni pasta; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (if needed); Parmesan cheese, for serving

Description

Sink your fork into this comforting Beef Ragu Pasta — a rich, meaty sauce slow-simmered with crushed tomatoes, herbs, and a splash of red wine, coating every groove of al dente rigatoni. It’s a hearty, deeply flavorful dish that feels like a warm hug at the end of a busy day. Whether you’re after easy dinner ideas, looking to impress with a weekend meal, or craving a satisfying food idea that doubles as comfort food, this easy recipe ticks every box. Great for both casual meals and cozy date nights.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound ground beef (preferably ground chuck)

1 small onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

1/2 cup red wine

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

12 ounces rigatoni pasta

1/2 cup reserved pasta water (if needed)

Parmesan cheese, for serving

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.

2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Mix in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and red wine. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

5. Add Italian seasoning and sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste.

6. Reduce heat and simmer sauce for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. While the sauce simmers, cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

8. Combine pasta with the sauce in the skillet. Toss well to coat. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.

9. Stir in fresh parsley and serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.

Let the sauce simmer longer if you have time — it only gets better.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 610
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 670mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg