Italian Macaroni

Prep: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Italian

A hearty Italian-inspired beef and pasta dish featuring tender roast beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for satisfying family dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 lb. roast beef (any cut)
  • 6 medium onions, chopped or sliced
  • 1 qt. canned tomatoes
  • 1/8 Tbsp. margarine or butter
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 small can tomato paste
  • 2 c. shredded cheese
  • salt
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Place beef roast in a large, heavy kettle with margarine or butter; brown all sides.
  2. Remove meat and set aside.
  3. Add chopped or sliced onions and thinly sliced garlic to the kettle.
  4. Cook slowly for 15 minutes.
  5. Add canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and bay leaves.
  6. Return the meat to the kettle.
  7. Cook very slowly until the sauce has a thick, oily texture, the longer the better.
  8. Season with salt to taste.
  9. Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
  10. Serve the beef with the sauce over cooked macaroni and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

627 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.3g 27% DV
Total Fat 46.5g 60% DV
Carbs 46.7g 17% DV
Fiber 9g 32% DV
Sugar 8g 16% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10461.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 557.5mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 156.5mcg 17% DV
Vitamin C 24.5mg 27% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 383.5mg 30% DV
Iron 13.1mg 73% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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