PORK AND CARROT PASTA SAUCE

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An Italian friend who is a wonderful cook first introduced me to carrot pasta sauce. I don't have her recipe, but have developed this one of my own. My kids don't enjoy tomato sauce--this is a pleasing alternative.

Provided by Kate S.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 large onion, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 cups grated carrots
1 lb ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1 tablespoon dried parsley or 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cups broth or 2 cups milk
1 lb pasta, cooked
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Saute onions, garlic, and carrots in oil.
  • Add meat and seasonings and brown.
  • Add liquid and simmer to combine flavors. (For as long as is convenient for your meal preparations. Five minutes or 55 minutes is fine, but more liquid may be needed if the simmering time is long.).
  • Toss sauce with cooked pasta, garnish with Parmesan and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 819.1, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 82, Sodium 1004.4, Carbohydrate 93.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 6.8, Protein 35.2

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