eCook Meal
Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake
with cream cheese, spinach & parsley
You can’t go wrong with a pasta bake! They’re always a crowd-pleaser and this one is no exception. Tender penne pasta tubes coated in herbs, juicy beef mince, spinach and gooey cheese, served with fresh parsley and lots of love.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
GET IT BUBBLING!
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the pasta. When the water is boiling, cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion and toss through some oil to prevent sticking.
LET’S GET SAUCY
Place a deep pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add in the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 3-4 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Mix in the Italian rub, the cooked chopped Tomato and the cream cheese. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. In the final minute, add in the rinsed Spinach and the drained pasta. Mix until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper and a sweetener of choice.
FINAL TOUCHES
Add the bolognese pasta mix to an ovenproof dish. Top with the grated cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned.
EASY PEASY BAKE
Plate up the cheesy mince bake and sprinkle over chopped fresh Parsley. As simple as that!
GET IT BUBBLING!
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the pasta. When the water is boiling, cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion and toss through some oil to prevent sticking.
LET’S GET SAUCY
Place a deep pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 4-6 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add in the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 4-5 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Mix in the Italian rub, the cooked chopped Tomato and the cream cheese. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. In the final minute, add in the rinsed Spinach and the drained pasta. Mix until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper and a sweetener of choice.
FINAL TOUCHES
Add the bolognese pasta mix to an ovenproof dish. Top with the grated cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned.
EASY PEASY BAKE
Plate up the cheesy mince bake and sprinkle over chopped fresh Parsley. As simple as that!
GET IT BUBBLING!
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the pasta. When the water is boiling, cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion and toss through some oil to prevent sticking.
LET’S GET SAUCY
Place a deep pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 4-6 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add in the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 4-5 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Mix in the Italian rub, the cooked chopped Tomato and the cream cheese. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. In the final minute, add in the rinsed Spinach and the drained pasta. Mix until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper and a sweetener of choice.
FINAL TOUCHES
Add the bolognese pasta mix to an ovenproof dish. Top with the grated cheese. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned.
EASY PEASY BAKE
Plate up the cheesy mince bake and sprinkle over chopped fresh Parsley. As simple as that!
GET IT BUBBLING!
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the pasta. When the water is boiling, cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion and toss through some oil to prevent sticking.
LET’S GET SAUCY
Place a deep pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced Onion for 6-8 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add in the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 5-6 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Mix in the Italian rub, the cooked chopped Tomato and the cream cheese. Simmer for 6-7 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. In the final minute, add in the rinsed Spinach and the drained pasta. Mix until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper and a sweetener of choice.
FINAL TOUCHES
Add the bolognese pasta mix to an ovenproof dish. Top with the grated cheese. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned.
EASY PEASY BAKE
Plate up the cheesy mince bake and sprinkle over chopped fresh Parsley. As simple as that!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R204.90
for 4 servings · R51.23 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Penne Rigate needs 500 gOrganic Whole Wheat Penne Rigate 500 g 500 g at R64.99 · 100% of packR64.99
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Spinach needs 160 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 46% of packR9.14
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Free-range Beef Mince needs 600 gRegular Beef Mince 1 kg 1 kg at R149.99 · 60% of packR89.99
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Cream Cheese needs 125 mlMULTIGRAIN WAVES™ Chilli Cream Cheese Nibbles 30 g R17.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R17.99
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Fresh Parsley needs 10 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 7% of packR3.80
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Cooked Chopped Tomato needs 400 gBulk Salad Tomatoes 1.5 kg 1.5 kg at R45.00 · 27% of packR12.00
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Grated Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese Mix
- NOMU Italian Rub
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake?
The preparation time for Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake with cream cheese, spinach & parsley is between 10 and 25 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake with cream cheese, spinach & parsley?
The total time required to make Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake with cream cheese, spinach & parsley is between 35 and 50 minutes.
How many servings does Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake?
Beef, Beef Mince, Cream Cheese, Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese Mix, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Penne Rigate, Spinach, Tomato
What is the nutritional information of Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake?
Calories: 1124, Carbs: 115 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 57.7 grams, Sugar: 13.6 grams, Salt: 993 grams
How do I prepare Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake?
GET IT BUBBLING!: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Bring a pot of salted water to the boil for the pasta. When the water is boiling, cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion and toss through some oil to prevent sticking. LET’S GET SAUCY: Place a deep pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the diced onion for 4-6 minutes until soft and translucent, shifting occasionally. Add in the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Allow to caramelise for 4-5 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Mix in the Italian rub, the cooked chopped tomato and the cream cheese. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. In the final minute, add in the rinsed spinach and the drained pasta. Mix until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper and a sweetener of choice. FINAL TOUCHES: Add the bolognese pasta mix to an ovenproof dish. Top with the grated cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned. EASY PEASY BAKE: Plate up the cheesy mince bake and sprinkle over chopped fresh parsley. As simple as that!
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake?
Beef, Beef Mince, Cream Cheese, Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese Mix, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Penne Rigate, Spinach, Tomato
How many calories does Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake have?
1124 calories
How much fat content does Cheesy Beef Bolognese Bake have?
grams