Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce

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Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce

Beef pasta with tomato and spinach sauce is a dish that combines the culinary tradition of Italian cuisine with ingredients popular in Latin America. This type of recipe, which unites pasta with a rich and nutritious sauce, has its roots in the influence of Italian immigration in countries like Argentina and Mexico. In different Latin American countries, this dish may have various names, such as "pasta with meat and vegetables" or simply "pasta with meat and spinach sauce," reflecting regional adaptations based on available ingredients and local preferences.

The use of beef strips along with the pasta provides a highly appreciated texture and flavor, while the incorporation of spinach not only adds a touch of vibrant color but also a healthy contribution of vitamins and iron. The tomato sauce, a fundamental base in many Italian recipes, adapts perfectly to Latin American tastes thanks to its intense flavor and versatility. This dish is ideal to enjoy with family or at gatherings, providing a balance of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates.

How to prepare Beef Pasta with Tomato and Spinach Sauce

Ingredients: Top Round Steak, Garlic, Olive Oil, Rotini Pasta, Fresh Spinach Leaves, Seasoned Diced Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese.

Stack the beef steaks.

Cut in half lengthwise and then crosswise into 1-inch wide strips.

In a medium bowl, combine the beef, garlic, and oil.

Stir to coat.

Set aside.

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, adding the spinach to the water during the last minute of cooking.

Drain well.

Do not rinse.

Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Add the beef and stir-fry for 1 minute or until the outside is no longer pink.

Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon.

Keep warm.

In the same skillet, add the tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens.

Return the beef to the skillet and add the pasta mixture.

Heat through, mixing lightly.

Incorporate 3 tablespoons of cheese.

Garnish with the remaining cheese.

Pasta de res con salsa de tomate y espinacas

Ingredients (7)

  • Round Tip Steak
  • Garlic
  • Olive Oil
  • Rotini Pasta
  • Fresh Spinach Leaves
  • Seasoned Diced Tomatoes
  • Parmesan Cheese

Instructions (24 steps)

  1. 1 Stack the beef steaks
  2. 2 Cut lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 2.5 cm wide strips
  3. 3 In a medium bowl
  4. 4 combine the beef
  5. 5 garlic
  6. 6 and oil
  7. 7 Stir to coat
  8. 8 Set aside
  9. 9 Cook the pasta according to the package instructions
  10. 10 adding the spinach to the water during the last minute of cooking
  11. 11 Drain well
  12. 12 Do not rinse
  13. 13 Meanwhile
  14. 14 heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot
  15. 15 Add the beef and stir-fry for 1 minute or until the exterior is no longer pink
  16. 16 Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon
  17. 17 Keep warm
  18. 18 In the same skillet
  19. 19 add the tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens
  20. 20 Return the beef to the skillet and add the pasta mixture
  21. 21 Heat through
  22. 22 mixing lightly
  23. 23 Incorporate 3 tablespoons of cheese
  24. 24 Garnish with the remaining cheese