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Pumpkin Beef Bolognese

Pumpkin Beef Bolognese
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Beef Bolognese, a comforting twist on traditional Italian pasta dishes. This hearty meat sauce combines ground beef with tender pumpkin chunks and aromatic spices, creating a rich and satisfying meal perfect for cozy family dinners. The one-pan preparation not only simplifies cooking but also ensures an easy cleanup, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its vibrant autumn essence, this Pumpkin Beef Bolognese is an inviting dish that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces pasta
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 shallots (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 celery stalk (finely chopped)
  • 4 cups diced pumpkin (with skin, seeded like hokkaido pumpkin/red kuri squash)
  • 1 small or ½ large fennel bulb (trimmed and diced)
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • 1 tsp dried marjoram
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili flakes
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 ¾ cups beef broth (or chicken or vegetable broth)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 cups puréed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • Fresh thyme (for serving)
  • Chili flakes (for serving)
  • 5 tbsp ricotta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp grated parmesan
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-based saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add shallots, garlic, and celery; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Stir in diced pumpkin and fennel; cook for another 8 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to high, add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (about 10 minutes).
  4. Season the mixture with thyme, sage, marjoram, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the beef broth and add a bay leaf; let simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in puréed tomatoes and tomato paste; cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
  6. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  7. Serve pasta topped with the bolognese sauce, garnishing with ricotta cheese and fresh thyme.

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