Easy Orecchiette with Ground Veal Tomato Sauce

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Looking for a delicious and hassle-free pasta recipe? Look no further than this easy orecchiette with ground veal tomato sauce recipe. This dish combines tender orecchiette pasta with a flavorful tomato sauce infused with the richness of ground veal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying and comforting meal in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving some Italian comfort food.

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Easy orecchiette with ground veal tomato sauce recipe details

Easy orecchiette with ground veal tomato sauce recipe, recipe Rating: 4.8
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A simple pasta dish, made special with the taste of ground veal.
Ready in: 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground veal
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (28 ounce) cans peeled tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound dry orecchiette pasta (one box)

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 25 mins

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet. Brown veal in skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat. Set aside.
2. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a medium saucepan on medium-high heat.
3. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic. Cook until the onions start to get soft (but before they get brown), about five minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mash up the whole tomatoes into smaller chunks.
5. Keep heating sauce until it starts to bubble (a.k.a. simmer), then turn the heat to low, and simmer uncovered. After 20 minutes, add the reserved veal, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. For the orecchiette: A good time to start boiling the water is just before you add the tomatoes to the sauce. Fill a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, and cook for the time directed on the pasta box.
7. When the orecchiette is cooked, drain it and put it in a large bowl. Add the sauce. Serve!