Go Back
–+ servings
Makaronia Me Kima

Delicious Makaronia Me Kima: A Cozy Greek Comfort Classic

Experience the warmth of traditional Greek Makaronia Me Kima, a hearty meat sauce over pasta that's perfect for any dinner.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 500 g Beef Mince (or Lamb) You can mix with ground veal for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for high-quality extra-virgin for the best results.
  • 1 unit Onion Chopped finely.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or sliced.
  • 1/2 cup Red Wine Dry red wine vinegar is a great substitute.
  • 400 g Tomato Sauce Canned or homemade.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Can be omitted.
For the Pasta
  • 400 g Spaghetti Cook it al dente.
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Grated Kefalograviera Cheese Parmesan or Pecorino make delicious alternatives.

Equipment

  • Large pan or skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add 500g of beef mince to the pan, breaking it up. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup red wine, stirring well to deglaze the pan. Allow to simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in 400g of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and thyme, and add a cinnamon stick. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  7. Remove the cinnamon stick from the sauce and season with salt and pepper. Combine al dente spaghetti with the meat sauce.
  8. Plate the spaghetti topped with the hearty meat sauce and finish with grated Kefalograviera cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the sauce to simmer longer for richer flavor. Leftover sauce can be used in other dishes like Moussaka or Pastitsio.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!