Penne Bolognese Recipe
Make Penne 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
Meat Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 7
Cook Ground Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- 8
Add Red Wine
If using, pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
- 9
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 10
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining and Serving
- 11
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the meat sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of reserved pasta water.
- 12
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
