Greetings to all you food lovers!
Today, we’ll be embarking on a savory culinary tour to the heart of Italy as we share a delicious recipe for an authentic, hearty Italian Bolognese sauce. This rich, meaty sauce is the epitome of comfort food and will take your pasta to a new level of satisfaction.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 Carrot finely chopped
- 2 stalks of celery finely chopped
- 150g pancetta chopped
- 500g ground beef
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (800g) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef stock
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 500g pasta of your choice
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions:
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Heat the olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat.
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Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and pancetta and cook them until aromatic and the onions turn translucent.
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Add the ground beef and cook it until it browns slightly.
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Pour in the red wine, and let it simmer until the wine has reduced.
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Next, add crushed tomatoes, beef stock, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook it uncovered for about 2 hours. The sauce should thicken and reduce by the end of the cooking time.
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While the Bolognese is simmering, cook your pasta of choice in a separate pot according to package instructions.
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Once the Bolognese is done, serve it over your cooked pasta, and sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for the perfect finishing touch!
Now, you have mastered the art of creating a hearty Italian Bolognese sauce! It’s rich, satisfying, and will make you feel like you’re dining in the heart of Italy from the comfort of your own home. We guarantee that this may become your go-to recipe for family dinners or when you’re craving something hearty and satisfying.
Keep an eye on our page for more mouthwatering recipes. Enjoy your meal, or as they say in Italy, “Buon appetito!”
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