Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this rich, savory Pumpkin Beef Bolognese. By blending creamy pumpkin puree with high-quality ground beef, we create a velvety, nutrient-packed sauce that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hearty, gourmet-style dinner that comes together in under an hour. It is the perfect seasonal meal-prep solution for those who love bold, harvest-inspired flavors without spending all evening in the kitchen.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (85/15 lean)
1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup beef broth
1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 lb pasta of choice
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft; stir in the garlic, oregano, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes for one minute.
Stir in the pumpkin puree and beef broth, then simmer on medium-low for 10 minutes.
Finish by stirring in the heavy cream or coconut milk.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing with reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency, and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Use high-quality beef broth to ensure the best savory depth.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg