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Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

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Cookinero 25 Apr 2025
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Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

There's every chance that this pasta will be the most beautiful of all that you've ever cooked. All thanks to the shape: nests of spaghetti stuffed with juicy minced meat look extremely appetizing. And if you add grated parmesan, fresh basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes, you'll want to eat a double portion!

How to cook Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

Step 1

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

In a heated frying pan with vegetable oil, fry the vegetables until golden brown.

Step 2

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

Combine the fried vegetables with the minced meat, add salt and mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

Place the dry pasta in a frying pan, leaving a little space between the nests, and place a ball of minced meat in each.

Step 4

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

Mix tomato paste with water and pour the mixture over the spaghetti nests until the liquid covers them.

Step 5

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes

Cover the pan with a lid and place it on high heat. As soon as the tomato mixture boils, reduce the heat to low and cook for another 20 minutes.

Spaghetti nests with minced meat and tomatoes - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use plant-based minced meat, lentils, or mashed beans as a vegetarian alternative. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta works best for nests as they hold their shape well when bundled.
Use gluten-free spaghetti and ensure all other ingredients, like tomato paste, are certified gluten-free.
Yes, you can assemble the nests and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before cooking. Add the tomato mixture just before cooking.
A fresh green salad, garlic bread, or steamed vegetables complement this dish nicely.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water.
Yes, freeze them in a single layer before adding sauce, or freeze fully cooked nests with sauce for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat gently.
Use multiple pans or a large roasting tray to cook more nests at once, ensuring even spacing for proper cooking.
Substitute with canned crushed tomatoes, marinara sauce, or finely diced fresh tomatoes simmered until thickened.

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