Weeknight Bolognese

What you need:

    • 2 Tbsp. EVOO
    • 1 lb. ground beef
    • 4 tsp. fresh garlic
    • 1 Tbsp. oregano
    • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
    • 1 1/4 cup chicken broth
    • 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
    • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
    • Medium shells
    • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
    • 1/4 cup chopped basil
    • 1/4 cup half-and-half
    • 1/2 cup Parmesan

Directions:

    1. Heat EVOO in a deep skillet. Add ground beef and brown.
    2. Stir in garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
    3. Add 1 cup chicken broth and crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 Tbsp. salt, and 1 1/2 tsp. pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer for 10 minutes.
    4. Meanwhile, cook shells al dente and drain.
    5. Add nutmeg, basil, and half-and-half, plus remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth to sauce. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
    6. Serve sauce over shells, topped with Parmesan.

Recipe from Kitchen Meets Girl