Fusillone Bolognese Recipe
Fusillone Bolognese is a hearty Italian pasta dish featuring thick, spiral fusillone pasta coated in a rich meat sauce made from ground beef and San Marzano tomatoes. This version is characterized by the use of Northern Gold beef, which adds a distinct richness, and the texture of fusillone allows for perfect sauce adherence. Here's how to prepare it at home.
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Ingredients
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Fusillone Bolognese
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusillone pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Bolognese sauce
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables are soft and translucent.
- 3
Add the beef
Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground Northern Gold beef to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- 4
- 5
Add tomatoes and season
Stir in the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Combine pasta and sauce
Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked fusillone pasta to the sauce. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmigiano Reggiano and fresh basil leaves.