House Made Pasta Recipe
beef bolognese, parmesan, breadcrumbs, basil (vo)
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bolognese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Make the Pasta Dough
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add eggs and olive oil. Gradually mix flour into eggs until a dough forms. Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
Roll Out the Pasta
After resting, divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece through a pasta machine or with a rolling pin until thin. Cut into desired shape (fettuccine, tagliatelle, etc.).
Bolognese Sauce
- 3
Cook the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- 4
Brown the Beef
Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Final Assembly
- 6
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fresh pasta and cook for 2-4 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 7
Combine and Serve
Toss the pasta with the Bolognese sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Serve topped with grated parmesan, breadcrumbs, and fresh basil.
