Ingredients
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1 lb rigatoni
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup diced onion
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2 tbsp minced garlic
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tbsp harissa
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1 lb 93% lean ground beef
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1 (4 oz) can tomato paste
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1 tbsp finely chopped mint
Steps
1
Cook the rigatoni according to package directions, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
2
To a 12-inch skillet, add the oil and onion. Cook on medium-high 4–6 min., until onions are golden, stirring often.
3
To skillet, add the garlic, cumin, and harissa. Cook 2 min., stirring often. Add the beef and tomato paste. Cook 5–6 min., until browned, stirring and breaking up meat with back of spoon. Season with salt to taste.
4
Toss rigatoni with beef mixture, adding pasta water, if needed. Garnish with the mint.
