Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsJT’s Urban ItalianRigatoni Bolognese Recipe

Rigatoni Bolognese Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

whipped ricotta, pecorino romano, basil

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meat

    Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef and ground pork. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Wine and Tomatoes

    Pour in the red wine and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Then, add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Cook the Pasta

    Meanwhile, 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.

  6. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Once the sauce is ready, mix in the cooked rigatoni and chopped fresh basil. Serve the pasta topped with whipped ricotta and a sprinkle of grated Pecorino Romano cheese.

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