Healthier Pasta Bolognese Recipe

Name: Healthier Pasta Bolognese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Tagliatelle; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1/2 pounds 95 Percent Lean Ground Beef; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1 Large Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced; 10 ounces, weight Crimini Mushrooms, Diced; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme; 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano; 16 ounces, weight Container Diced Tomatoes; Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper; Freshly Grated Provolone, To Top The Pasta (optional)

Servings: persons

6 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Tagliatelle
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 pounds 95 Percent Lean Ground Beef
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Medium Onion, Thinly Sliced
1 Large Bell Pepper, Thinly Sliced
10 ounces, weight Crimini Mushrooms, Diced
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme
1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
16 ounces, weight Container Diced Tomatoes
Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Freshly Grated Provolone, To Top The Pasta (optional)

1
Boil a large pot of water.
2
Salt the water and add the tagliatelle.
3
Cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
5
Add the ground beef and cook until outsides begin to brown, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the garlic and onion and cook about 2 minutes more.
7
Add the bell peppers and mushrooms and cook until peppers are softened, about 5 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Reduce the heat to medium.
10
Add the tomato paste, honey, thyme, and oregano and stir to combine.
11
Add the diced tomatoes and allow the mixture to cook and simmer, about 5 minutes.
12
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
13
Add the cooked tagliatelle and stir to combine.
14
Transfer to serving plates, grate a bit of provolone over the top of the pasta (optional), and serve.

258

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Tagliatelle, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/2 pounds 95 Percent Lean Ground Beef, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Healthier Pasta Bolognese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Healthier Pasta Bolognese

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Variations & substitutions

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