Ingredients
1 lb. lean ground beef
3 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 C. chopped onion
1/2 C. chopped carrot
1 (26oz) jar marinara sauce
1/4 C half & half or light cream
10 oz hot cooked rotini or similar pasta
1/4 C grated Parmesan (optional)
Directions
1) In a 4 qt. Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook & stir beef, bacon, onion & carrot until beef is browned. Drain fat.
2) Stir in marinara; bring to boiling. Reduce heat; cover & simmer 5 minutes. Stir in half & half.
3) Place hot cooked pasta in a serving bowl or on a platter. Spoon sauce over pasta, sprinkle with parmesan (if desired) & serve.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Serves: 6
This is great served with garlic bread.
