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Vermicelli With Meat Sauce & Feta Cheese

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This comforting dish marries the simplicity of vermicelli pasta with a robust, slow-simmered meat sauce. The base is built with savory ground beef, caramelized onions, and rich Italian plum tomatoes, creating a deep, umami-packed flavor profile. A touch of sweetness from the tomatoes is balanced by aromatic basil and a pinch of sugar. The star of the show, however, is the crumbled feta cheese stirred in just before serving, adding a creamy, salty contrast that cuts through the richness of the meat. Its a rustic, home-style meal perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual family gathering. The combination of texturesfrom the tender noodles to the chunky sauce and soft cheesemakes every bite satisfying and flavorful.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 446.6
Description
This comforting dish marries the simplicity of vermicelli pasta with a robust, slow-simmered meat sauce. The base is built with savory ground beef, caramelized onions, and rich Italian plum tomatoes, creating a deep, umami-packed flavor profile. A touch of sweetness from the tomatoes is balanced by aromatic basil and a pinch of sugar. The star of the show, however, is the crumbled feta cheese stirred in just before serving, adding a creamy, salty contrast that cuts through the richness of the meat. Its a rustic, home-style meal perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual family gathering. The combination of texturesfrom the tender noodles to the chunky sauce and soft cheesemakes every bite satisfying and flavorful.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Vermicelli
  • 1 md Onion -- chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 3/4 pound Ground Beef
  • 35 ounce Can Italian Plum Tomatoes --
  • 6 oz Can Tomato Paste
  • 1 tb Sugar
  • 1/4 c Fresh Basil -- chopped -or- 2 tb Dried Basil
  • 6 oz Feta Cheese -- crumbled
  • to taste Salt And Pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the vermicelli according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2
    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  3. 3
    Add the chopped onion to the skillet and saut until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking the meat up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. 5
    Stir in the plum tomatoes (undrained) and tomato paste. Mix well to combine with the meat and onions.
  6. 6
    Add the sugar, basil, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Stir to incorporate.
  7. 7
    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. 8
    Serve the hot vermicelli topped with the meat sauce.
  9. 9
    Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the pasta and sauce just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 446.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.0g34%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 66.4mg23%
Sodium 106.0mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g13%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g44%
Sugars 23.8g
Protein 30.3g61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, feta, greek, ground beef, meat sauce, onion, pasta, plum tomatoes, simmer, vermicelli, italian, basil, cheese, dinner, comfort food, tomato sauce, easy recipe, family meal, hearty, rustic
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