Paccheri Alla Bolognese Recipe
Paccheri Alla Bolognese is a hearty Italian dish featuring large tube-shaped pasta served with a rich meat sauce made from ground beef and pork alongside vegetables and tomatoes. This version is characterized by its deeply savory flavor profile and the tender bite of the al dente paccheri, which holds the sauce beautifully. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Ragu
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Paccheri
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the paccheri pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 12-14 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Meat Ragu Preparation
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 3
Add Garlic and Meat
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the red wine and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the wine has mostly evaporated.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Simmer
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Finish the Ragu
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Pasta and Ragu
Add the cooked paccheri to the meat ragu and gently toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- 8
Serve
Serve the paccheri alla Bolognese hot, garnished with grated Grana Padano cheese on top.
