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Nutrition per serving
Protein15% · 47g
Carbs33% · 102g
Fat52% · 71g
8g
Fiber
2390mg
Sodium
3.8g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by HelloFresh. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
📊 How this meal stacks up
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Protein rank
73th pctl
More protein than 73% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
3.8g /100cal
Leaner than 20% of meals
vs Beef average
35% heavier
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Avg925
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✓ High protein✕ Low carb✕ Keto-friendly✕ Under 500 cal✓ High fiber✕ Lower sodium
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Allergens & dietary
Contains Allergens aren't itemized by this provider — check the package label before cooking.
Dietary✓ Easy Prep✓ Pork-free
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Ingredients
Carrot
Marinara Sauce
Precooked Polenta
Cavatappi Pasta
Cream Cheese
Ground Beef
Gluten-Free Fresh Fusilli Pasta
Italian Seasoning
Parmesan Cheese
Parsley
Cooking Oil
Butter
Salt
Black Pepper
How to make it
1
If making pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.Wash and dry produce.Trim, peel, and finely chop carrot. Pick parsley leaves from stems; roughly chop leaves.
2
Once water is boiling, add cavatappi to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 8-11 minutes. Drain.
3
Heat a small pot over medium heat. Add polenta and ⅓ cup water (⅔ cup for 4 servings). Mash until mostly smooth, 30-60 seconds.Whisk in two packets cream cheese and 2 TBSP butter (four packets cream cheese and 4 TBSP butter for 4); cook, whisking occasionally, until thickened, 3-4 minutes. Season with a big pinch of salt and pepper. TIP: If polenta seems thick, add water 1 TBSP at a time until it reaches desired consistency.Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
4
While pasta and/or polenta cook, heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add carrot; cook, stirring, until browned and tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.Add carrot; cook, stirring, until browned and tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Increase heat under pan with carrot to medium high and add another drizzle of oil. Push carrot to one side.Add beef* to empty side of pan. Cook, breaking up meat into pieces, until browned, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with Italian Seasoning; cook, stirring, until beef is cooked through, 4-6 minutes more. Season generously with salt and pepper.Stir carrot and beef to combine.
6
Stir in marinara and ⅓ cup water (½ cup for 4 servings). Reduce to a simmer and cook until sauce has slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.Reduce heat to low. Stir in one packet cream cheese (two packets for 4) until thoroughly combined.Add half the parsley and 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4); stir until butter has melted. Season with salt and pepper.
7
If you made pasta, in a large bowl, toss drained cavatappi with 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings), salt, and pepper until butter has melted.Divide your choice of pasta or polenta between bowls and top with Bolognese. Top with Parmesan and remaining parsley. Serve.
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If making pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.Wash and dry produce.Trim, peel, and finely chop carrot. Pick parsley leaves from stems; roughly chop leaves.
2
Step 2
Once water is boiling, add cavatappi to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 8-11 minutes. Drain.
3
Step 3
Heat a small pot over medium heat. Add polenta and ⅓ cup water (⅔ cup for 4 servings). Mash until mostly smooth, 30-60 seconds.Whisk in two packets cream cheese and 2 TBSP butter (four packets cream cheese and 4 TBSP butter for 4); cook, whisking occasionally, until thickened, 3-4 minutes. Season with a big pinch of salt and pepper. TIP: If polenta seems thick, add water 1 TBSP at a time until it reaches desired consistency.Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
4
Step 4
While pasta and/or polenta cook, heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add carrot; cook, stirring, until browned and tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.Add carrot; cook, stirring, until browned and tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Step 5
Increase heat under pan with carrot to medium high and add another drizzle of oil. Push carrot to one side.Add beef* to empty side of pan. Cook, breaking up meat into pieces, until browned, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with Italian Seasoning; cook, stirring, until beef is cooked through, 4-6 minutes more. Season generously with salt and pepper.Stir carrot and beef to combine.
6
Step 6
Stir in marinara and ⅓ cup water (½ cup for 4 servings). Reduce to a simmer and cook until sauce has slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.Reduce heat to low. Stir in one packet cream cheese (two packets for 4) until thoroughly combined.Add half the parsley and 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4); stir until butter has melted. Season with salt and pepper.
7
Step 7
If you made pasta, in a large bowl, toss drained cavatappi with 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings), salt, and pepper until butter has melted.Divide your choice of pasta or polenta between bowls and top with Bolognese. Top with Parmesan and remaining parsley. Serve.
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Among the prepared dishes in 's lineup, Creamy Beef Bolognese with HelloFresh's Creamy Beef Bolognese: 1250 calories, 47g protein. Beef meal. Recipe, ingredients, and nutrition from MealFan. is one of the more straightforward options to prepare. It comes in at 1250 calories per serving, with 47g protein, enough to cover roughly 63 percent of a 2,000 calorie day.
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Nutrition per serving
1250Calories
47gProtein
102gCarbs
71gFat
8gFiber
2390mgSodium
Daily calorie contribution63% of 2,000 cal target
🍽️ Serves: 2 servings
💪 High-Protein
✓ Perfect for
High-protein goals
⚠ Not ideal for
Strict calorie restriction
Vegans
Strict keto
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Creamy Beef Bolognese?
Creamy Beef Bolognese contains 1250 calories and 47 g of protein per serving, portioned as HelloFresh's Creamy Beef Bolognese: 1250 calories, 47g protein. Beef meal. Recipe, ingredients, and nutrition from MealFan..
Which meal service offers Creamy Beef Bolognese?
Creamy Beef Bolognese is offered by . Read the full review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how compares to competitors.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Creamy Beef Bolognese?+
Creamy Beef Bolognese has 1250 calories per serving, with 47g protein, 102g carbs, 71g fat.
Is Creamy Beef Bolognese high in protein?+
Yes. It delivers 47g of protein per serving, which we count as high-protein.
How long does Creamy Beef Bolognese take to make?+
About 10 minutes, rated easy difficulty, and it serves 2.
Does Creamy Beef Bolognese list its allergens?+
HelloFresh does not itemize allergens for this meal — check the package label before cooking, especially for serious allergies.
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