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Keto Pasta Bolognese

Renee
A rich, hearty Italian-inspired meat sauce made with ground beef, crispy bacon, aromatic herbs, a splash of red wine, and a touch of cream. Served over tender zucchini noodles, this low-carb dish delivers all the comforting, classic Italian flavors you love — without the pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you’re craving something savory, satisfying, and fully keto-friendly.
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Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp red cooking wine
  • 14 oz petite diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 large zucchinis
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat.
  • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into crumbles, until browned.
  • Cook the bacon (in the air fryer, skillet, or oven) until crispy, then chop and set aside.
  • Add the chopped celery, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the beef. Cook, stirring often, for 3–4 minutes.
  • Pour in the red wine and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens (about 20 minutes).
  • Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the red wine vinegar and the chopped bacon. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • While the sauce finishes, spiralize the zucchinis into noodles. Place them in a microwave-safe bowl, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, cover, and microwave for 1 minute. Stir and microwave for another 1 minute until just tender.
  • Divide the zucchini noodles between plates, top with the meat sauce, and sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Calories: 570 / Fat: 44g / Protein: 29g / Carbs: 8–9g / Fiber: 2–3g / Net Carbs: 6g
Keyword Keto