Jul 14 2026

Gladiatore Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Make Gladiatore Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Meat Sauce

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta, reserving a cup of the pasta water.

Meat Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 5

    Brown the Beef

    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

    Stir in canned tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  4. 7

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combine and Serve

  1. 8

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the meat sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.

  2. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

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