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Greek-Style One Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce: Macaronia me Keema
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Greek-Style One Pot Pasta with Meat Sauce: Macaronia me Keema



Print this recipe here: https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/recipes/one-pot-pasta-with-meat-sauce-macaronia-me-kima

Serves 6-8:

2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup olive oil
2 small onions, finely chopped
4-6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1-pound uncooked pasta
5 cups of​ water
grated parmesan or kefalotiri

Place the chopped onion and garlic cloves along with the olive oil in a pot and cook over medium heat until soft and golden. About 15 minutes.
Add the ground beef along with salt, pepper, cinnamon, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Break up the meat and cook over medium-high heat 3-4 minutes or until browned.
Add the canned tomatoes. Rinse out the can with some water and add to the pot.
Cover the pot and cook over high heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce tastes acidic add 1 teaspoon of sugar or honey.
Add the pasta, 2 teaspoons salt, and 5 cups of water and bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer and cover the pot with the lid. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the pasta is cooked al-dente. Taste and add some more salt and pepper if needed.
Add the parsley and stir.
Serve immediately.
To reheat the following day, add a ½ cup of water and warm through over medium-low heat.
Top with grated cheese and Enjoy!

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31 Comments

  3. Gail Jones

    I’m just seeing this recipe. It looks very good. I hope your mom as recovered by now. Thank you for sharing❤️🥰❤️🥰❤️🥰❤️🥰❤️

  6. madebyaprilanne

    Made this tonight. Added Spinach cuz I had fresh. And I accidentally doubled the sauce but oh my! Sooo good! I used low carb pasta and turkey but it was amazing ❤️ I’m on a roll with your recipes 😂

  7. Amanda-Marie

    My grandfather used to make this and it is so delicious. I have learned to make it and in our family we use tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. My boyfriend knows this dish as "greek spaghetti" and loves it. Thank you for all these wonderful dishes. I love learning about the foods from my roots.

  9. ganat tube

    I'm a subscriber after watching this great vid.. I will try this.. the only thing I would change is less water near the end for a thicker sauce, just my taste. Take care you and the family.

  11. Myakinass 2001

    Made this again tonight. It’s so good! Last time I ate it for lunch leftovers 2 days. Do not alter this recipe! Thanks for this, especially during this shutdown. Got bored with my old food!

  12. Vyvoom voom

    I am making tonight!
    I lol. Another recipe my Husband adore!!!
    I keep your Mom in our prayers…

    Tou post this on our Anniversary.. so I gotta make it. Will let u know.. 🥰👍🥰

  13. Vyvoom voom

    Ok. I made the dish… wow!
    Finally I made Kapama.
    I think next time I use the same pasta you did. I only had #2 macaroni on hand.
    Hubby approved.
    Ty Again!
    Cretan cheese pies tomorrow! Mixture is mixed w mint. Just a bit tired and letting rolling pin cure with oil.. lol..yup I made a rolling pin.

  17. MomzRpeople2

    This has become a much loved staple in my home! My children get excited when they see what’s for dinner! Thank you!

  18. Mandy Holland

    This that recipe made me feel very homesick for coffee and I’ve always rinsed out my cans learnt it from my mum did you learn yours from your mum

  29. 30headcase30

    Madone! Excellent video:) I make this more Italian style but I also add a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg when I'm feeling Greek. 1st wife introduced me to kefaloteri cheese, it became my favorite pasta cheese, can't find it anywhere.

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