Bacon Beef Ragu & Spinach-Ricotta Tortellini
with Parmesan & Tomato Salad
- Eggs
- Gluten
- Milk
- Wheat
- May contain traces of allergens
- Fish
- Mollusc
- Crustaceans
- Soy
- Almond
- Hazelnut
- Pine Nut
- Pistachio
- Walnut
- Cashew
- Milk
Fancy meals can be whipped up in a flash and this beef-bacon bolognese is no different. In four easy steps you'll be cooking a herby sauce - perfect for the spinach and ricotta tortellini to soak up and will be preparing a simple salad to tie it all together!
Ingredients
1 packet
spinach & ricotta tortellini
(Contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat; May be present: Fish, Mollusc, Crustaceans, Soy, Almond, Hazelnut, Pine Nut, Pistachio, Walnut, Cashew.)
1
tomato
1 packet
beef mince
1 packet
diced bacon
(May be present: Soy, Milk.)
1 sachet
garlic & herb seasoning
1 box
passata
1 packet
garlic paste
1 packet
vegetable stock pot
1 bag
mixed salad leaves
1 packet
Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1 packet
Parmesan cheese
(Contains: Milk;)
Not included in your delivery
olive oil
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Boil the kettle. Pour boiling water into a large saucepan over high heat with a pinch of salt. • Add spinach & ricotta tortellini to the boiling water and cook, over high heat, until ‘al dente’, 3 minutes. • Reserve pasta water (1/2 cup for 2P / 1 cup for 4P). Drain pasta and return to saucepan. • Meanwhile, chop tomato.
• Heat a large frying pan over high heat. Cook beef mince and diced bacon (no need for oil!), breaking up with a spoon, until just browned, 3-4 minutes. • Add garlic & herb seasoning, passata and garlic paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. • Stir in reserved pasta water and vegetable stock pot and cook until slightly reduced, 1-2 minutes. • Remove from heat and stir in pasta and half of the Parmesan cheese, until combined. Season to taste
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomato, mixed salad leaves and balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Toss and season to taste.
• Divide bacon beef ragu and spinach-ricotta tortellini between bowls. • Sprinkle over remaining cheese. • Serve with tomato salad. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many loved the rich, tasty ragu, though some found it overly salty or fatty. The bacon divided opinions — consider reducing or omitting for a lighter taste.
- Ease of prep: Customers praised this as a quick, simple midweek meal. Be careful not to overcook the tortellini; stick to the 3-minute cooking time.
- Suggestions: Some preferred regular pasta over tortellini. Try adding chilli flakes for heat, or tomato paste for depth. Consider reducing garlic and stock for a milder flavour.
- Leftovers: Several mentioned having enough for lunch the next day, making it a convenient option for meal prep.
- Portions: Generous servings satisfied most, with the light salad balancing the rich main dish.
