Tomato Basil Bucatini Pasta

A hearty, nourishing pasta dish that’s full of flavor and nutrients! Tender bucatini noodles are tossed with a medley of sautéed vegetables—zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, and onion—then smothered in Rao’s rich Tomato Basil Sauce. Fresh garlic and basil add bright, aromatic notes, making this a satisfying, wholesome meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Quick to make, naturally delicious, and packed with fiber and vitamins, it’s a pasta you can feel good about!

Macros (8 servings)

Approximate per serving:

Calories: ~295 kcal

Protein: ~17 g

Carbs: ~41 g

Fat: ~7 g

Fiber: ~3 g

Ingredients:

• Bucatini Pasta Noodles (Rao’s brand)

• Tomato basil sauce (Rao's brand)

• 93/7 organic grass-fed ground beef

• 1/4-1/2 diced yellow onion

• 1 diced zucchini

• 1/2 cup diced grape tomatoes

• 1 bell diced pepper

• 1/2 cup diced mushrooms

• Salt + pepper (measure with your heart)

• 1 diced garlic clove

• Freshly chopped basil or 1/2-1 tsp basil

• Grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta

   • Boil salted water and cook bucatini until tender but still firm. Drain and reserve a splash of pasta water.

2. Cook Ground Beef

   • Heat a skillet over medium heat.

   • Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté Veggies

   • In the same skillet, heat olive oil.

   • Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until softened.

   • Add garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook 5–7 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Combine with Sauce

   • Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet.

   • Add the Rao’s Tomato Basil sauce and stir to combine. Simmer 3–5 minutes. Add basil.

5. Finish the Dish

   • Toss cooked bucatini with the sauce mixture. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.

   • Serve with grated parmesan if desired.