Macaroni With Spiced Beef and Tomato Sauce

"from Bon Appetit, May 2002: An interesting mix of spices lends wonderful flavor to this simple pasta dish — known as pastitsada — from Tavern Tripa."
 
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Ready In:
40mins
Ingredients:
11
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat.
  • Add meat and onions and sauté until brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add cinnamon, cayenne, and cloves; sauté 5 minutes. Add wine, tomatoes, and tomato sauce; simmer until mixture is thick, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Chill sauce uncovered until cool, then cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.).
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.
  • Add to sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer pasta to bowl. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

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