Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPalermo Italian RestaurantFettuccine Boscaiola Recipe

Fettuccine Boscaiola Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Meat Sauce, Mushrooms, Peas, A Touch of Cream

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Meat Sauce

Vegetables

Cream

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Fettuccine

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.

Meat Sauce

  1. 2

    Sauté the Meat and Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  2. 3

    Add the Meats

    Add the ground beef and pancetta (or bacon) to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 4

    Incorporate the Tomatoes

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Add Vegetables and Cream

  1. 5

    Add Mushrooms and Peas

    Stir in the sliced mushrooms and frozen peas into the meat sauce. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.

  2. 6

    Finish with Cream

    Lower the heat and add the heavy cream. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Mix Pasta with Sauce

    Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Plate the fettuccine boscaiola and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Enjoy!

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