Beef Ragu

Lemon-Parmesan Romaine Salad
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Ingredients

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 (10-oz) pkg frozen seasoning blend (diced onion, bell peppers, and celery)
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup white wine (or low-sodium beef broth)
  • 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1½ tsp dried crushed rosemary
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm.
  2. Meanwhile, cook beef, seasoning blend, carrots, and garlic in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until beef is browned and crumbly; drain and return to pot.
  3. Stir in wine; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in crushed tomatoes and rosemary. Simmer 5 minutes. Toss with pasta; season with salt and pepper.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 1 (10-oz) pkg chopped romaine lettuce
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add lettuce, and toss. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutritional Information

Main Side Total
Servings 6 6
Calories
432
60
492
Fat (g) 6 6 12
Sat. Fat (g) 6 1 7
Protein (g) 26 2 28
Carb (g) 58 2 60
Fiber (g) 6 1 7
Sodium (mg) 527 150 677

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