Classic ragu alla bolognese recipe

Classic Ragu alla Bolognese recipe

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The classic ragu alla bolognese is a traditional Italian meat sauce that is rich in flavor and perfect for pasta dishes. This recipe combines ground beef, pancetta, and aromatic vegetables, simmered in a savory tomato sauce for hours to develop deep flavors. The result is a thick and hearty sauce that pairs beautifully with tagliatelle or any other pasta of your choice.

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Classic ragu alla bolognese recipe details

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Ingredients

350 g	minced beef
350 g	minced veal
1	red onion, diced
1 clove(s)	garlic, minced
1	carrot, peeled, chopped
400 g	canned chopped tomatoes
100 g	pancetta
240 ml	milk
	tomato paste
	beef broth
1 tsp	ground nutmeg
	Parmesan cheese, grated
2 tbsp	olive oil
120 ml	dry white wine
	salt and pepper, to taste
	tagliatelle, to serve

Instructions

Add olive oil to large pot over medium heat.

Add the pancetta, stir and let sit in pan. Allow the pancetta to begin to cook just a bit, then add the onions and sauté until the onions are soft and slightly caramelized.

Add the carrot and garlic sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 4 minutes.

Add the ground meat, season with a bit of salt and some fresh ground pepper. Stir constantly.

Reduce heat and add 1 tablespoons of tomato paste.

Add milk and nutmeg to the pan and reduce heat to a high simmer. Seasoning again to taste with more salt and pepper. Allow milk to simmer until the mixture is almost dry.

Add the white wine into the pan, stir and continue to cook on a simmer.

Add the tomatoes with juices to the pan.

Add the broth, cover with a lid and cook for 1.5 hours.

Serve with tagliatelle and sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a