One-Pot Macaroni Mince
Dinner just got easier! If you love a hearty Bolognese, you’re going to LOVE this One Pot Macaroni Mince—all the flavour, without the fuss! 🙌
This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy parents and midweek meals, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Plus, with only one pot to wash up, you’ll have more time to enjoy your evening (and less time scrubbing dishes!).
Packed with hidden veggies and family-friendly flavours, it’s a guaranteed hit at the dinner table. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for the ultimate comfort meal.
One-Pot Macaroni Mince
Discover the joy of quick and easy cooking with our One Pot Macaroni Mince recipe. A delicious one pot wonder to please the whole family ready in 30 minutes. A super quick and easy recipe and only 1 pot to wash up - Have to be happy with that!
Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves, crushed
- 500g Pork Veal Mince
- 1 zucchini, grated
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 celery stalk, grated
- 1 tablespoon Italian herbs
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 800ml bottle passata sauce
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 ½ cups macaroni, uncooked
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over low heat and drizzle in the olive oil.
- Add the onion and garlic, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes until softened.
- Increase the heat to high, add the mince and cook until browned.
- Reduce heat to medium, add the grated vegetables and stir to combine.
- Stir in the Italian herbs, dried basil, and tomato paste.
- Pour in the passata and chicken stock, then add the macaroni and stir.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes until the macaroni is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Be careful—macaroni can stick to the bottom of the pot, so stir regularly!
- Serve topped with grated cheese and enjoy with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
Tips & Variations
Switch up the protein – Swap pork & veal mince for beef, turkey or chicken mince.
Make it extra saucy – Add an extra ½ cup of stock if you like a thinner sauce.
Spice it up – A pinch of chili flakes adds a nice kick!
Boost the veggies – Stir in baby spinach, mushrooms or capsicum for more nutrients.
Make it creamy – Stir in a splash of cream or a dollop of ricotta at the end for extra richness.
Gluten-free option – Use gluten-free pasta and make sure your stock is GF-friendly.
Meal prep friendly – This dish tastes even better the next day! Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for a rainy day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
458Fat
23 gSat. Fat
7 gCarbs
41 gFiber
5 gNet carbs
36 gSugar
12 gProtein
23 gSodium
256 mgCholesterol
62 mgThe nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
