Beef, Leek & Spinach Spaghetti
with Parmesan Cheese
- Milk
- Gluten
- May contain traces of allergens
- Soy
- Eggs
In this dish, we've paired a special seasoning straight from Nan's secret spice drawer with a silky cream-based sauce, then followed it up with tender beef mince for a 20 minute meal that looks and smells every bit as good as it tastes. *The recent wet and cold weather across New Zealand has impacted our regular supply of fresh ingredients and as such, what you receive may be slightly different to what’s pictured. Don’t worry, your recipe will be just as delicious!*
Ingredients
1
leek
1 bag
baby spinach leaves
1 packet
beef mince
½ bottle
cream
(Contains: Milk)
1 pinch
chilli flakes
1 packet
spaghetti
(Contains: Gluten May be present: Soy, Eggs)
1 sachet
Nan's Special Seasoning
1 packet
Grated Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
olive oil
20 g
butter
(Contains: Milk)
Nutrition
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Boil the kettle. Thinly slice white and light green parts of leek. • Roughly chop baby spinach leaves.
• Half-fill a large saucepan with water, add a generous pinch of salt, then bring to the boil over high heat. Cook spaghetti, uncovered, until 'al dente', 10 minutes. • Reserve some pasta water (1/4 cup for 2 people / 1/2 cup for 4 people), then drain and return spaghetti to saucepan.
TIP: 'Al dente' pasta is cooked through but still slightly firm in the centre.
Little cooks: Older kids can help add the pasta to the saucepan under adult supervision. Be careful, the water is boiling!
• Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of olive oil over high heat in a large frying pan. Cook leek and beef mince, breaking up mince with a spoon, until browned, 4-5 minutes. • Reduce heat to medium. Add cream (see ingredients) and Nan's special seasoning and cook until bubbling, 1 minute. • Add baby spinach, the butter, a pinch of chilli flakes (if using), the cooked spaghetti and reserved pasta water and cook until spinach is wilted, 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Divide creamy beef, leek and spinach spaghetti between bowls. • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese to serve. Enjoy!
Little cooks: Add the finishing touch by sprinkling the cheese on top.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The creamy sauce with Nan's Special Seasoning is a real highlight, though some reviewers found it quite rich and suggested using half the seasoning sachet if you prefer a lighter flavour.
- Ease of prep: Quick and straightforward to pull together, making it a reliable weeknight option that the whole family can enjoy.
- Suggestions: Add mushrooms to round out the flavour, and consider a splash of rice vinegar in the sauce for a well-balanced finish; some reviewers also reduced the butter to lighten the dish.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers reheat well and make a satisfying lunch the next day, with several reviewers noting generous portions.
- Vegetables: Some reviewers felt the dish could use more vegetables alongside the pasta for a better-balanced meal.
