Pasta cremosa con ternera rica en proteínas

Ingredientes

• 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
• 8 oz protein-enriched pasta shells or penne
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef bone broth
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp sea salt
• 0.25 tsp cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Preparación

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the protein pasta for 1 minute less than the package instructions to achieve a firm al dente texture. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb 93% lean ground beef. Cook for 5 minutes until deeply browned and sizzle heavy.

3. 3

   Add the finely diced yellow onion to the beef. Cook for 3 minutes until translucent and soft.

4. 4

   Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 0.5 tsp sea salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Toast for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in 1/2 cup low sodium beef bone broth. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release the brown bits (the fond).

6. 6

   In a small bowl, whisk 1 cup Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp of the warm pasta water. Note: This prevents the yogurt from curdling when added to the hot pan.

7. 7

   Lower the heat to low. Stir the yogurt mixture and the 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese into the skillet.

8. 8

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Gradually add more pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing until the sauce is velvety and clings to every shell.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.