Macaroni With Beef Sauce Recipe

Name: Macaroni With Beef Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil; 2 lbs beef, cubed; 1 medium carrot, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 medium onions, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 cups dry white wine; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 cups beef broth; salt and pepper; 1 lb macaroni, cooked and drained; 2 tablespoons butter; 14 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced; 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs beef, cubed
1 medium carrot, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups dry white wine
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
salt and pepper
1 lb macaroni, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons butter
14 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped

1
Heat oil in a large skillet, add beef and cook over medium heat until browned.
2
Add carrot, celery, onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
3
Add wine and simmer until reduced by half.
4
Stir in tomato paste and broth, cover and simmer for 1 hour then season with salt and pepper.
5
Preheat oven to 400F.
6
Grease a baking dish with the butter.
7
Add half the pasta, cover with 1/3 of the sauce, top with half the cheese and sprinkle with half the basil.
8
Repeat the layers and top with the remaining sauce.
9
Bake 15 minutes or until hot.

5314

kcal

Calories

337

Fat

Carbs

507

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 tablespoons olive oil, 2 lbs beef, cubed, 1 medium carrot, chopped, 2 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Macaroni With Beef Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Macaroni With Beef Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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