Rustic Beef & Mushroom Pasta

Tips

• Serving Suggestion: This dish is delicious served with simple sides like steamed green beans dressed with olive oil and salt, a green salad, or crusty French bread to soak up the extra sauce.  

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Turn the heat to low and cover the pot until you are ready to cook the pasta.

Step 2

Meanwhile, sprinkle the beef with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to the pan. Working in batches to avoid crowding the pan, add the beef and brown it for about 1 minute on each side.  Transfer to a plate.

Step 3

With the pan still on medium-high heat, add 1/3 cup of the water. Stir with a silicone spatula to release the brown bits on the bottom. Add the mushrooms and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 5 minutes, or until most of the liquid in the pan evaporates. Remove the lid and stir the mushrooms for 2 minutes longer, or until they are golden.

Step 4

Add the pasta and cook for 8-9 minutes, or until al dente. Drain in a colander.

Step 5

Meanwhile, stir the onion and garlic into the mushrooms, cooking and stirring for 2 minutes. Add the Campbell’s® Condensed French Onion Soup, the remaining 1 cup water, the thyme sprigs, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, adjust the heat to a simmer, and let the stew bubble for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs.

Step 6

Stir the beef, orange zest, and vinegar into the skillet. Add the pasta and parsley to the pan. Toss everything together and serve in shallow bowls. Sprinkle with parsley.