Pappardelle Bolognese Recipe
A rich meat sauce of beef, pork, sausage, a touch of tomato paste and cream
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bolognese Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pappardelle
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pappardelle pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Bolognese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add Garlic and Meats
Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Then add ground beef, ground pork, and Italian sausage. Cook until the meats are browned and cooked through, breaking them apart with a spatula.
- 4
Incorporate Tomato Paste
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to caramelize it slightly.
- 5
- 6
Add Broth and Simmer
Add the beef broth, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Finish with Cream
Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pappardelle to the skillet with the Bolognese sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired sauce consistency.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.
