Spaghetti Bolognese

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Pasta Bolognese, often hailed as a quintessential Italian dish, showcases the rich culinary traditions of Italy.

Originating in the Italian city of Bologna, Bolognese is a rich and hearty meat-based sauce. It is slow-simmered along with aromatic vegetables, tomatoes and red wine, resulting in an intensely flavored sauce that has an incredible depth of flavor.
While it requires some prep and patience, the process is mostly hands-off. The stove does most of the work!
So, pour yourself a glass of wine, gather up the ingredients, and settle in for a few hours of cooking up the coziest, most delicious bolognese recipe.

WHAT KIND OF WINE IS USED FOR THIS RECIPE?

A dry red wine is ideal for Bolognese sauce. Any good-quality dry red wine such as Pinot Noir, Merlot, or Cabernet Sauvignon can be used. Just avoid using any cooking wine.

WHAT KIND OF PASTA CAN BE USED FOR THIS RECIPE?

Traditionally Italian Bolognese is served on wide and flat noodles, such as pappardelle or tagliatelle. However, I love serving it with spaghetti. That said, any pasta shape would be delicious here, so feel free to use whatever you have in your pantry.

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CAN THE BOLOGNESE SAUCE BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, of course. Feel free to prep the sauce upto 3 days ahead of time—its flavors get even better the longer it sits! It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

SECRETS FOR MAKING THE BEST BOLOGNESE SAUCE

Take pasta night to the next level with these tips you need when making the Bolognese Sauce:
  • Patience is the key: Patience is essential when it comes to making great Bolognese. The dish requires hours of dedication to achieve the decadent textures and layers of flavor signature of a true Bolognese.
  • Choose Good Quality Meat: The meat you choose should be of high quality and contain enough fat.


If you made this Spaghetti Bolognese, I would love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a comment below.



Spaghetti Bolognese Spaghetti Bolognese
Author: Happily Cooking
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
Servings: 4-5
Calories per serving: 540kcal




Ingredients:
  • 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 100 g pancetta, finely diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped into small pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped into small pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 600 g ground beef
  • 350g crushed tomatoes
  • 3 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Lower the heat if the vegetables start to brown.
  2. Next, add the minced garlic and saute for a minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef, pancetta, and cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the meat is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes.
  5. Slowly pour in the red wine, using a wooden spoon scrape up any browned bits that may have formed at the bottom of the pan. Simmer until the wine is nearly cooked off, 4-5 minutes.
  6. Add the broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with the lid and simmer for 1 hour.
  7. Be sure to check on the sauce and give it a stir occasionally so that the bottom does not burn. If the bolognese sauce begins to reduce too much, add in a splash of broth/water.
  8. Be sure to check on the sauce and give it a stir occasionally so that the bottom does not burn. If the bolognese sauce begins to reduce too much, add in a splash of broth/water.
  9. Once simmered, stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Continue to simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt and pepper as desired.
  10. Cook the spaghetti, add to the prepared Bolognese sauce and toss to coat. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, allowing the pasta to meld with and absorb some of the bolognese sauce.
  11. Portion the spaghetti bolognese into individual pasta bowls, topping with additional grated parmesan. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

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