20-Min Corfu Beef Pasta
Quick weeknight version of the Greek island classic—ground beef simmered with tomato, red wine, and warm spices, tossed with penne. Rich, deeply savory, and table-ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- ¾ lb ground beef
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup dry red wine
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- 1
Boil salted water in a large skillet over high heat; add penne and cook until al dente, ~9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Return the skillet to medium-high heat and cook ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in tomato paste and cinnamon; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Pour in red wine and crushed tomatoes. Simmer 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- 5
Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until every strand is coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve hot in bowls. A grating of Pecorino Romano or Parmesan is traditional if you have it.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet with lid
- wooden spoon or spatula
- colander
- measuring spoons and cups
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