Sep 24 2026
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Rigatoni Bolognese Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Meat and cheese sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Rigatoni

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bolognese Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 7-8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Incorporate the Garlic and Tomato

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Combine with Pasta

    Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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