Beef Ragu & Spinach-Ricotta Presto Pasta
with Apple Salad
- Milk
- Gluten
- Wheat
- Eggs
- Fish
- Mollusc
- Crustaceans
- Soy
- Almond
- Hazelnut
- Pine nut
- Pistachio
- Walnut
- Cashew
- May contain traces of allergens
- 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 preparing a simple salad to tie it all together!
Ingredients
1 packet
Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini
(Contains: Milk, Gluten, Wheat, Eggs May be present: Fish, Mollusc, Crustaceans, Soy, Almond, Hazelnut, Pine nut, Pistachio, Walnut, Cashew)
1
Red Apple
1 packet
Beef Mince
1 packet
Diced Bacon
(May be present: Soy, Milk)
1 sachet
Garlic & Herb Seasoning
1 packet
Passata
1 packet
Garlic Paste
1 packet
Worcestershire Sauce
(Contains: Gluten, Wheat May be present: Soy)
1 packet
Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 packet
Mixed Salad Leaves
1 packet
Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Not included in your delivery
olive oil
Utensils
Cooking Steps
ā¢ Boil a full kettle of water. Pour boiling water into a large saucepan over high heat with a pinch of salt. ā¢ Add spinach & ricotta tortellini to the boiling water and cook, over high heat, until āal denteā, 3 minutes. ā¢ Reserve pasta water (1/2 cup for 2 people / 1 cup for 4 people). Drain pastaand return to saucepan. ā¢ Meanwhile, thinly slice apple into wedges.
TIP: āAl denteā pasta is cooked through but still slightly firm in the centre.
ā¢ 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. ā¢ Add garlic & herb seasoning, passata and garlic paste and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. ā¢ Stir in reserved pasta water and Worcestershire sauce and cook until slightly reduced, 1-2 minutes. ā¢ Remove from heat and stir in cooked pasta and half of the Parmesan cheese, until combined. Season with pepper.
ā¢ Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine apple, mixed salad leaves and balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Toss and season to taste.
Little cooks: Take the lead by tossing the salad!
ā¢ Divide beef ragu and spinach-ricotta presto pasta between bowls. ā¢ Sprinkle over remaining cheese. ā¢ Serve with apple salad. Enjoy!
Little cooks: Add the finishing touch by sprinkling the cheese on top!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour:Ā Some found it delicious, while others felt the sauce didn't complement the spinach-ricotta pasta well.
- Ease of prep:Ā Many praised it as a quick and easy meal to prepare, perfect for busy nights.
- Suggestions:Ā Try adding diced tomatoes to enrich the sauce, and consider serving with garlic bread instead of salad.
- Leftovers:Ā The dish reheats well, making it suitable for next-day lunches.
