Rigatoni Bolognese Recipe
In a traditional Bolognese meat sauce, Parmigiano cheese and touch of cream.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bolognese Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
Making Bolognese Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Finely chop the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add Garlic and Meats
Stir in the minced garlic, ground beef, and ground pork. Cook until the meats are browned, breaking them up with a spoon.
- 5
Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Add the canned tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir well and let it simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes.
- 7
Incorporate Milk and Cream
Stir in the milk and heavy cream, allowing the sauce to cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained rigatoni to the sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
- 9
Finish with Cheese
Grate Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over the pasta and mix well before serving.