Penne Bolognese-Style

Simply adding ground beef and veggies to a tasty jarred sauce gives you a Bolognese sauce that would please the best Italian cooks.  Served over pasta, it makes a hearty and delicious dish.

What You'll Need

1 pound lean ground beef 
1 large onion, minced (about 1 cup) 
3 large carrots, shredded (about 2 cups) 
1 jar (24 ounces) Prego® Veggie Smart® Smooth & Simple Italian Sauce 
1/2 cup water 
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves cut into very thin strips 
3 cups penne pasta, cooked and drained (about 4 1/2 cups) 
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 

How to Make It

• 1
  Cook the beef, onion and carrots in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until the beef is well-browned, stirring often to separate meat.  Pour off any fat.
• 2
  Stir the sauce and water in the skillet and heat to a boil.  Reduce the heat to low.  Cook for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.  Stir in additional water, if needed, until desired consistency.
• 3
  Place the basil and penne into a large bowl.  Add the beef mixture and toss to coat.  Sprinkle with the cheese.