Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrotto RistoranteBeyond Bolognese Recipe

Beyond Bolognese Recipe

Inspired by Grotto Ristorante
Time50m
Serves4

Plant based meat ragout, marinara, bucatini

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Ingredients

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Ragout

Bucatini

Method

Prepare the Ragout

  1. 1

    Sauté the vegetables

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

  2. 2

    Add garlic and plant-based meat

    Stir in the minced garlic and plant-based ground meat. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks.

  3. 3

    Deglaze with wine

    Pour in the red wine and allow it to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, until the liquid reduces slightly.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and spices

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let the ragout simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cook the Bucatini

  1. 5

    Boil the pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes.

  2. 6

    Drain and combine

    Once cooked, drain the bucatini and add it directly to the ragout. Toss to combine and let it heat through for a couple of minutes.

Serve

  1. 7

    Garnish and serve

    Plate the bucatini with ragout, and garnish with chopped fresh basil and vegan Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

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