Beef and Penne Pasta Toss

Beef and Penne Pasta Toss

November 15, 2016
3 Reviews (4.00 out of 5)
Beef and Penne Pasta Toss for diverticulitisBeef and Penne Pasta Toss for diverticulitis
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Serves 4

An easy and hearty meal with plenty of flavor and fiber.

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Ingredients

  • 1 Pound
    whole wheat penne pasta
  • 1 Pound
    ground beef, lean
  • 2 Tablespoons
    olive oil
  • 1
    small onion, chopped
  • 3
    garlic cloves, minced
  • 15 Ounces
    can tomatoes, seeded, diced
  • 2 Cups
    medium zucchini, seeded, chopped
  • 8 Ounces
    fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 Cup
    Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta al dente according to package directions.

  2. In a large non-stick pan, brown ground beef over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up any large pieces. Remove beef and set aside on paper towels to drain excess fat.

  3. In the same pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook onions and garlic for about 5 minutes or until soft. Add tomatoes and zucchini and continue cooking 5 minutes more. Add spinach and cook until it just wilts, 2-3 minutes.

  4. Return beef to skillet and stir in 1/2 cup cheese; heat through Transfer pasta to a large serving bowl and spoon meat mixture on top.

  5. Toss until well combined and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

3 reviews for Beef and Penne Pasta Toss

  1. Sara
    4

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    My son and I loved it.

    • Calming Blends

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      Hi Sara,
      So glad to hear you and your son enjoyed the beef and penne pasta. Thanks for letting us know!

  2. Elizabeth Wadsworth
    5

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    It was delicious. I didn’t have spinach on hand and only added half the tomatoes. Very good. My 85- year old client loved it!

  3. Karen

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    I can’t eat any tomatoes garlic onions

  4. Valerie Sullivan

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    i don’t understand. Garlic ,onions and beef are all no nos for divertriculitis ? trying to find recipes is so confusing.

  5. Debbie Delaine

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    Everything ove read and all the information I’ve gotten from my doctor says I shoukd stay away from wheat pasta. Am I misinformed??

  6. Briana B
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    This looks great, but sadly high fiber items aren’t good for people with Diverticulitis, this is good for those with Diverticulosis. Those with Diverticulitis can from time to time have high fiber, but during flare ups they are told to stay away from this.

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