Creamy Beef, Mushroom and Kale Pasta
A comforting weeknight pasta featuring savory ground beef, tender mushrooms, and kale tossed in a tangy Greek yogurt tomato sauce. Packed with lean protein and fiber for a thoroughly satisfying meal.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Kirsten + Lila
Kirsten created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Heat 0.5 tsp (2.5 ml) of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add 0.13 pcs of finely chopped yellow onion and 0.25 cup of sliced button mushrooms to the skillet; cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and lightly browned.
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Add 125g of ground beef and 1…
Add 125g of ground beef and 1 garlic clove (minced) to the skillet, breaking the meat apart with a spoon for 5 to 7 minutes until no pink remains.
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Stir in 0.5 cup of crushed tomatoes and 0.5 cup of chopped kale, reducing heat to medium-low at 300°F (150°C) and simmering for 3 to 4 minutes until the kale is wilted.
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Turn off the heat entirely and gently…
Turn off the heat entirely and gently fold in 2 tbsp (0.125 cup) of Greek yogurt and 250g of warm cooked pasta until a creamy sauce forms.
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Divide into bowls
Divide into bowls, garnish with 1 tbsp of fresh dill, and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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