Rigatoni Bolognese Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Pasta

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

2. 2

   Prepare the Meat Sauce

   In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Meat

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, breaking the meat apart with a spoon until browned.

4. 4

   Deglaze with Wine

   Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.

5. 5

   Incorporate Tomatoes

   Add the crushed canned tomatoes and tomato paste to the meat mixture. Stir in the dried oregano and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Simmer the Sauce

   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

7. 7

   Combine Pasta and Sauce

   Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked rigatoni pasta to the sauce. Toss well to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.

8. 8

   Serve

   Serve the rigatoni bolognese hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.