One-Pot Pasta Bolognese

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 ribs celery, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 lb uncooked bucatini or fettuccine
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for serving
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

PREPARATION:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
2. Stir in tomato paste and cook another minute, then add the beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add tomatoes, Italian seasoning, pasta, and 3 cups of water. Stir everything to make sure that the pasta is covered in liquid.
4. Bring to a boil and stir frequently to keep pasta from sticking. Cook until pasta is al dente and sauce has thickened, 10-12 minutes.
5. Stir in Parmesan and parsley and season with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Serve with additional Parmesan and parsley, and enjoy!