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Tuscan Pork Mince Pasta
A hearty Italian pasta dish with savoury pork mince in a rich tomato and herb sauce.
- Prep
- 15 mins
- Cook
- 25 mins
- Serves
- 4
This Tuscan-inspired pasta combines browned pork mince with onions, garlic, and tomatoes simmered into a rustic sauce. Mixed herbs add depth, while the pasta absorbs the flavours, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. Finished with grated parmesan, itโs a simple yet flavourful dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 500 g pork mince
- 300 g pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400 g canned or fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp mixed herbs (oregano, basil)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ยฝ tsp black pepper
- Grated parmesan for topping
Method
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan, add onion and garlic, and sautรฉ until softened.
- Add pork mince, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomatoes and mixed herbs, simmer for 10โ12 minutes until the sauce
- thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add the coo
