Macaroni With Spiced Beef and Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Macaroni With Spiced Beef and Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb ground sirloin; 2 large onions, halved, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves; ⅓ cup dry red wine; 2 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 8 ounces macaroni (large size); parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat.
2
Add meat and onions and saute until brown, about 10 minutes.
3
Reduce heat to medium and add cinnamon, cayenne, and cloves; saute 5 minutes.
4
Add wine, tomatoes, and tomato sauce; simmer until mixture is thick, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
5
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
6
Cool slightly.
7
Chill sauce uncovered until cool, then cover and chill.
8
Rewarm before continuing.
9
).
10
Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
11
Drain.
12
Add to sauce and toss to coat.
13
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
14
Transfer pasta to bowl.
15
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

103

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Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb ground sirloin, 2 large onions, halved, thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Macaroni With Spiced Beef and Tomato 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.

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Macaroni With Spiced Beef and Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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