Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked pasta for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in ground beef and cook until browned.
- Mix in pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with grated parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Comfort-food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg