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Ragù alla Bolognese with Pappardelle: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 500g ground beef
  • 300g ground pork
  • 150ml red wine
  • 400g canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 400g pappardelle pasta
  • Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (for serving)

Instructions

Creating Ragù alla Bolognese with Pappardelle is straightforward when following these steps:

  1. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted and bubbly.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until aromatic.
  4. Brown the Meat: Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef and ground pork. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  5. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Simmer until the wine has mostly evaporated.
  6. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Simmer the Sauce: Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  8. Incorporate Milk: Gradually add the milk, stirring until fully combined. Let it cook for another 30 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  9. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pappardelle according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  10. Combine: Toss the cooked pappardelle with the sauce until well coated.

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