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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Meat
Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add Flavors
Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, red wine, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Cook the Pasta
While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce, tossing to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 6
Prepare Herbed Ricotta
In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with chopped basil, parsley, lemon zest, and salt to taste. Stir until well combined.
- 7
Serve
Plate the rigatoni Bolognese, top with herbed ricotta and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.