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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Minutes |
Ready In: 21 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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An authentic Italian casserole from Culinaria Italy . Ingredients:
6 tablespoons olive oil |
2 lbs beef, cubed |
1 medium carrot, chopped |
2 stalks celery, chopped |
2 medium onions, sliced |
3 cloves garlic, chopped |
2 cups dry white wine |
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste |
2 cups beef broth |
salt and pepper |
1 lb macaroni, cooked and drained |
2 tablespoons butter |
1/4 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced |
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a large skillet, add beef and cook over medium heat until browned.
2. Add carrot, celery, onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
3. Add wine and simmer until reduced by half.
4. Stir in tomato paste and broth, cover and simmer for 1 hour then season with salt and pepper.
5. Preheat oven to 400°F.
6. Grease a baking dish with the butter.
7. Add half the pasta, cover with 1/3 of the sauce, top with half the cheese and sprinkle with half the basil.
8. Repeat the layers and top with the remaining sauce.
9. Bake 15 minutes or until hot.
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