Description
Delightful Brazilian brigadeiro brings chocolate bliss to dessert lovers, melting hearts with its creamy, rich texture. Sweet spheres of pure indulgence invite you to savor a classic Brazilian treat that promises pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground beef
- 8 ounces (226 grams) bowtie pasta, uncooked
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Base:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can tomato sauce or puree
- 1/2 (6 ounces/170 grams) can tomato paste
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1–2 cups (237–474 milliliters) water
Seasonings and Cheese Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) ricotta cheese
- 2 ounces (57 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium heat, creating a sizzling foundation for the soup’s robust flavors.
- Introduce ground beef into the heated oil, methodically breaking apart the meat while browning thoroughly to develop deep, caramelized notes.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until they transform into a translucent, fragrant base.
- Introduce diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and concentrated tomato paste, stirring to marry the ingredients and build a rich, tangy profile.
- Stream in chicken broth and water, then sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Elevate the heat to trigger a vigorous boil, allowing flavors to intensify.
- Gently cascade uncooked bowtie pasta into the bubbling liquid, reducing heat and simmering until pasta reaches perfect al dente tenderness, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Assess soup’s consistency, adding water if needed to achieve desired thickness and ensuring all components are harmoniously blended.
- Ladle steaming soup into serving bowls, crowning each portion with dollops of creamy ricotta, melting mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier version that reduces overall fat content without compromising flavor.
- Choose whole wheat bowtie pasta to boost fiber and nutritional value of the soup.
- Allow soup to simmer slowly to develop deeper, richer tomato and herb flavors throughout the dish.
- Keep extra broth nearby for adjusting consistency, as pasta will continue absorbing liquid while cooking and cooling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 764 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg