Ravioli al Ragu' Bolognese recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 30 2026
RestaurantsLucia | Italian RestaurantRavioli al Ragu' Bolognese Recipe

Ravioli al Ragu' Bolognese Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Ravioli al Ragu' Bolognese is a classic Italian dish featuring stuffed pasta filled with cheese and served with a rich meat sauce. The pasta is delicate with a satisfying bite, complemented by a robust sauce made from ground beef and pork, offering deep, savory flavors. Here's how to make this traditional dish at home.

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Ingredients

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For the Ravioli

For the Ragu Bolognese

Method

Making the Ravioli

1

Prepare the Pasta Dough

On a clean surface, make a mound of flour and create a well in the center. Add the eggs and salt into the well. Gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.

2

Make the Cheese Filling

In a bowl, mix the ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

3

Roll Out the Dough

Divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece into thin sheets using a pasta machine or a rolling pin.

4

Assemble the Ravioli

Place small spoonfuls of the cheese mixture on one sheet, leaving space in between. Brush water around the filling, then cover with another sheet of dough. Press down to seal and cut into squares.

Preparing the Ragu Bolognese

5

Cook the Vegetables

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Brown the Meat

Add the ground beef and pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

7

Add Tomato Paste and Wine

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the red wine and let it simmer until reduced by half.

8

Finish the Sauce

Add the crushed tomatoes, milk, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking the Ravioli

9

Boil the Ravioli

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the top.

10

Serve

Drain the ravioli and serve topped with the ragu bolognese sauce.

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