Bolognese Recipe
garganelli pasta, whipped ricotta, garlic ciabatta
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Bolognese Preparation
- 1
Cook the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 2
Brown the Meat
Add ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add Wine and Tomatoes
Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, oregano, and basil.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 5
Cook the Garganelli
While the sauce simmers, cook the garganelli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 6
Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked pasta with the Bolognese sauce. Serve with whipped ricotta on top and garlic ciabatta on the side.