# Bolognese-style ragù with parmesan

Bolognese-style ragù with parmesan: 540 kcal and 43 g protein per serving. Estimates only.

Updated 2026-10-08 - data v2026-10-08.2

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| kcal | 540 |
| Protein | 43 g |
| Carbs | 44 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Cost | $3.70 (est.) |
| Prep | 15 min |
| Cook | 30 min |
| Total | 45 min |

## Ingredients

- [Protein pasta, dry (chickpea/lentil)](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/protein-pasta-dry): 2 oz (55 g)
- [Ground beef 90/10, cooked](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/ground-beef-90-10-cooked): 3.4 oz (95 g)
- [Crushed tomatoes, canned](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/crushed-tomatoes): 0.4 cup (100 g)
- [Parmesan](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/parmesan): 2 tbsp (10 g)
- [Garlic](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/garlic): 2 cloves (6 g)
- [Fresh herbs (dill/parsley/cilantro)](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/fresh-herbs): 2 tbsp (6 g)
- [Extra virgin olive oil](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/extra-virgin-olive-oil): 1 tsp (5 g)
- [Carrots](https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/carrots): 0.25 cup (25 g)

## Steps

1. Soften carrot and garlic in oil.
2. Brown the beef, then add crushed tomatoes.
3. Simmer until the sauce thickens, at least 20 minutes.
4. Boil the pasta and toss it with the ragù.
5. Finish with parmesan and herbs.

Estimates only. Not medical advice.

Canonical: https://macrofriendlymeals.com/recipes/protein-pasta-meat-sauce-l3

Cite as: Macro Friendly Meals, "Bolognese-style ragù with parmesan", https://macrofriendlymeals.com/recipes/protein-pasta-meat-sauce-l3, data v2026-10-08.2.