Fettuccine Bolognese recipe served on a plate, by Cafe Mezzanotte
Jul 14 2026
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Fettuccine Bolognese Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Mezzanotte
Time45m
Serves4

Make Fettuccine Bolognese Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Cooking the Pasta

1

Boil the Water

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.

2

Cook the Fettuccine

Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.

3

Drain the Pasta

Once cooked, drain the fettuccine in a colander and set aside.

Preparing the Bolognese Sauce

4

Sauté the Vegetables

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

5

Add Garlic and Beef

Stir in the minced garlic and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it up with a spoon, approximately 8-10 minutes.

6

Incorporate Tomato Paste

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

7

Add Crushed Tomatoes and Wine

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and red wine, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

8

Season the Sauce

Add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combining and Serving

9

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Once the sauce is ready, toss the cooked fettuccine in the skillet with the Bolognese sauce until well coated.

10

Serve

Plate the fettuccine Bolognese and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.