Jul 14 2026
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Ruffino's Bolognese Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Ground lamb, ribeye and filet, pancetta, Ruffino's sauce, rigatoni, mint gremolata

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Ingredients

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Meat

Sauce

Pasta

Gremolata

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the meats

    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, diced ribeye, diced filet mignon, and diced pancetta. Mix well to ensure the meats are evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Make the mint gremolata

    In a small bowl, combine chopped fresh mint, minced garlic, and lemon zest. Mix well and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the meat mixture

    In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meat mixture and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

  2. 4

    Add the sauce

    Once the meat is cooked, reduce the heat to low and add the Ruffino's sauce. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  3. 5

    Cook the rigatoni

    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.

  4. 6

    Combine pasta and sauce

    Once the rigatoni is cooked, add it to the skillet with the Bolognese sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is coated in the sauce.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the dish

    Serve the Bolognese rigatoni hot, garnished with the mint gremolata on top for added freshness and flavor.

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