Rigatoni Bolognese

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 carrots, shredded
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 pound rigatoni pasta
• 2 tablespoons slivered fresh basil

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In large pot over medium-high heat, brown beef with salt and pepper. Drain off excess liquid then add carrot, onion, green pepper, and garlic. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Add tomato sauce and oregano, loosely cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and place in large serving bowl.

Stir basil into sauce and pour over pasta, toss to coat, and serve immediately.

Note:

We think serving this with little bit of Parmesan cheese makes it even more traditional.