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kid-friendly · one-pot
Creamy Pasta
One-pot high-protein beef and pasta dish using Vetta protein spirals, Greek yogurt, and shredded cheese. Quick, kid-friendly, and high in protein.
Category: Main course
Prep5 min
Cook15 min
Makes4
Ingredients
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500 g extra lean beef mince
300 g Vetta Smart protein spirals Or any dry pasta
500 ml low-sodium beef stock
250 ml marinara (tomato pasta) sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt optional
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional - adds creaminess
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded cheese (mild cheddar or mozzarella)
Method
1
In a large deep skillet or pot, brown the beef mince over medium–high heat.
2
Once browned, drain the fat.
3
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir for about 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
4
Add the dry Vetta pasta, the 500 ml low-sodium beef stock, and the 250 ml marinara sauce. Stir so the pasta is mostly submerged.
5
Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12–14 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.
6
When the pasta is tender and the liquid has thickened into a light sauce, remove the pan from the heat.
Optional - adds creaminess
7
Stir in the 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt and the 1 cup shredded cheese until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is silky.
8
If the mixture looks too dry, add 1–2 tbsp of hot water or milk to loosen the sauce.
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