Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Beef Bolognese, a delightful dish that combines savory ground beef with tender chunks of pumpkin in a rich tomato sauce. This easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and cozy family dinners alike. With its hearty ingredients and vibrant colors, this bolognese not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides essential nutrients, making it an ideal addition to your fall cooking rotation. Serve it over your favorite pasta or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying low-carb meal. Top with creamy ricotta and fresh herbs for an extra touch that elevates every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 4 cups diced pumpkin
- 1 small fennel bulb, diced
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1.75 cups beef broth (or chicken/vegetable broth)
- 3 cups puréed tomatoes
- Fresh thyme and ricotta for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots, garlic, and celery; cook until softened.
- Stir in diced pumpkin and fennel; cook for about 8 minutes until slightly tender.
- Increase heat to high, add ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns—cook until fully cooked through.
- Season with thyme, sage, marjoram, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour in the broth and add a bay leaf; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in puréed tomatoes and tomato paste; cover and simmer until pumpkin is tender.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Serve pasta topped with the bolognese sauce and finish with ricotta and fresh thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg