Homemade Pappardelle Bolognese Recipe
Ground beef, veal, pork and vegetables slowly simmered in a fresh tomato sauce, dollop of fresh local ricotta
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Ingredients
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Pappardelle and Bolognese Sauce
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Make the Pappardelle
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and a pinch of salt. Make a well in the center, add eggs, and gradually mix to form a dough. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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- 3
Brown the Meat
Add ground beef, veal, and pork to the vegetable mixture. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until reduced. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for at least 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Roll Out the Pappardelle
After resting, roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into wide strips (about 1-inch) to make pappardelle.
- 6
Cook the Pappardelle
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pappardelle for 2-3 minutes or until al dente. Drain and toss with the Bolognese sauce.
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Serve
Plate the pappardelle Bolognese, dollop with fresh ricotta, and sprinkle with chopped basil before serving.
