Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce

0 min
hard
7 ingredients

Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce

Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce is a dish that combines the culinary tradition of Italian cuisine with ingredients popular in Latin America. This type of recipe, which unites pasta with a rich and nutritious sauce, has its roots in the influence of Italian immigration in countries like Argentina and Mexico. In different Latin American countries, this dish may have various names, such as "pasta with meat and vegetables" or simply "pasta with meat and spinach sauce," reflecting regional adaptations based on available ingredients and local preferences.

The use of beef strips along with the pasta provides a highly appreciated texture and flavor, while the incorporation of spinach not only adds a touch of vibrant color but also a healthy contribution of vitamins and iron. The tomato sauce, a fundamental base in many Italian recipes, adapts perfectly to Latin American tastes thanks to its intense flavor and versatility. This dish is ideal to enjoy with family or at gatherings, providing a balance of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates.

How to prepare Beef Pasta with Tomato and Spinach Sauce

Ingredients: Top Round Steak, Garlic, Olive Oil, Rotini Pasta, Fresh Spinach Leaves, Seasoned Diced Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese.

Stack the beef steaks.

Cut in half lengthwise and then crosswise into 1-inch wide strips.

In a medium bowl, combine the beef, garlic, and oil.

Stir to coat.

Set aside.

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, adding the spinach to the water during the last minute of cooking.

Drain well.

Do not rinse.

Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Add the beef and stir-fry for 1 minute or until the outside is no longer pink.

Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon.

Keep warm.

In the same skillet, add the tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens.

Return the beef to the skillet and add the pasta mixture.

Heat through, mixing lightly.

Incorporate 3 tablespoons of cheese.

Garnish with the remaining cheese.

Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce

Ingredients (7)

  • Round Tip Steak
  • Garlic
  • Olive Oil
  • Rotini Pasta
  • Fresh Spinach Leaves
  • Seasoned Diced Tomatoes
  • Parmesan Cheese

Instructions (17 steps)

  1. 1 Stack the beef steaks
  2. 2 Cut lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 2.5 cm wide strips
  3. 3 In a medium bowl, combine the beef, garlic, and oil
  4. 4 Stir to coat
  5. 5 Set aside
  6. 6 Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, adding the spinach to the water during the last minute of cooking
  7. 7 Drain well
  8. 8 Do not rinse
  9. 9 Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot
  10. 10 Add the beef and stir-fry for 1 minute or until the exterior is no longer pink
  11. 11 Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon
  12. 12 Keep warm
  13. 13 In the same skillet, add the tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens
  14. 14 Return the beef to the skillet and add the pasta mixture
  15. 15 Heat through, mixing lightly
  16. 16 Incorporate 3 tablespoons of cheese
  17. 17 Garnish with the remaining cheese

Nutritional Information

Calories: 517 kcal
Protein: 68%
Carbohydrates: 16%
Fat: 31%
Sugar: 22%
Sodium: 18%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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