You will feel like a million dollars after tasting this decadently, rich but balanced, indulgent meal, Chef. Tangy tomato & NOMU Italian Rub-spiced ostrich mince, loaded with butter beans and spinach, is covered in melted cheese, then joins the dinner party with a basil-pesto smeared toasted ciabattini roll.
Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini
Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini
with butter beans & spinach
Hands on Time: 20 - 25 minutes
Overall Time: 20 - 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- Butter Beans
- Ciabatta Roll
- Ciabatta Rolls
- Diced Onion
- Free-range Ostrich Mince
- Grated Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese
- NOMU Italian Rub
- Ostrich
- Pesto Princess Basil Pesto
- Spinach
- Tomato Paste
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Salt & Pepper
- Water
- Sugar/Sweetener/Honey
- Butter (optional)
Ostrich
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the diced onions and fry until soft, 3-4 minutes. Add the NOMU rub and the tomato paste. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Pour in 100ml of water and simmer until slightly thickening and reduced, 5-6 minutes.
CHEESE
When the sauce has thickened, mix in the rinsed Spinach, the rinsed beans, and a sweetener (to taste). Simmer until warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Add seasoning and remove from the heat. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese is melted.
PESTO ROLLS
Halve the ciabattini bun, and spread butter or oil over the cut-side. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the bun, cut-side down, until golden, 1-2 minutes. Smear the pesto over the toasted buns.
DINNER IS READY
Plate up the cheesy Ostrich and side with toasted pesto buns. Enjoy, Chef!
Ostrich
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the diced onions and fry until soft, 3-4 minutes. Add the NOMU rub and the tomato paste. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Pour in 200ml of water and simmer until slightly thickening and reduced, 5-6 minutes.
CHEESE
When the sauce has thickened, mix in the rinsed Spinach, the rinsed beans, and a sweetener (to taste). Simmer until warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Add seasoning and remove from the heat. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese is melted.
PESTO ROLLS
Halve the ciabattini buns, and spread butter or oil over the cut-side. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the buns, cut-side down, until golden, 1-2 minutes. Smear the pesto over the toasted buns.
DINNER IS READY
Plate up the cheesy Ostrich and side with toasted pesto buns. Enjoy, Chef!
Ostrich
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the diced onions and fry until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add the NOMU rub and the tomato paste. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Pour in 300ml of water and simmer until slightly thickening and reduced, 6-7 minutes.
CHEESE
When the sauce has thickened, mix in the rinsed Spinach, the rinsed beans, and a sweetener (to taste). Simmer until warmed through, 2-3 minutes. Add seasoning and remove from the heat. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese is melted.
PESTO ROLLS
Halve the ciabattini buns, and spread butter or oil over the cut-side. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the buns, cut-side down, until golden, 1-2 minutes. Smear the pesto over the toasted buns.
DINNER IS READY
Plate up the cheesy Ostrich and side with toasted pesto buns. Enjoy, Chef!
Ostrich
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the diced onions and fry until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add the NOMU rub and the tomato paste. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Pour in 400ml of water and simmer until slightly thickening and reduced, 6-7 minutes.
CHEESE
When the sauce has thickened, mix in the rinsed Spinach, the rinsed beans, and a sweetener (to taste). Simmer until warmed through, 2-3 minutes. Add seasoning and remove from the heat. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese is melted.
PESTO ROLLS
Halve the ciabattini buns, and spread butter or oil over the cut-side. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the buns, cut-side down, until golden, 1-2 minutes. Smear the pesto over the toasted buns.
DINNER IS READY
Plate up the cheesy Ostrich and side with toasted pesto buns. Enjoy, Chef!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini?
The preparation time for Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini with butter beans & spinach is between 20 and 25 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini with butter beans & spinach?
The total time required to make Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini with butter beans & spinach is between 20 and 25 minutes.
How many servings does Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini?
Butter Beans, Ciabatta Roll, Ciabatta Rolls, Diced Onion, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Grated Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Ostrich, Pesto Princess Basil Pesto, Spinach, Tomato Paste
What is the nutritional information of Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini?
Calories: 957, Carbs: 66 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 58 grams, Sugar: 10 grams, Salt: 1579 grams
How do I prepare Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini?
OSTRICH: Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the diced onions and fry until soft, 3-4 minutes. Add the NOMU rub and the tomato paste. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Pour in 200ml of water and simmer until slightly thickening and reduced, 5-6 minutes. CHEESE: When the sauce has thickened, mix in the rinsed spinach, the rinsed beans, and a sweetener (to taste). Simmer until warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Add seasoning and remove from the heat. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and cover with a lid until the cheese is melted. PESTO ROLLS: Halve the ciabattini buns, and spread butter or oil over the cut-side. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the buns, cut-side down, until golden, 1-2 minutes. Smear the pesto over the toasted buns. DINNER IS READY: Plate up the cheesy ostrich and side with toasted pesto buns. Enjoy, Chef!
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini?
Butter Beans, Ciabatta Roll, Ciabatta Rolls, Diced Onion, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Grated Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Ostrich, Pesto Princess Basil Pesto, Spinach, Tomato Paste
How many calories does Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini have?
957 calories
How much fat content does Cheesy Ostrich & Pesto Ciabattini have?
grams
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