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Tagliatelle al Ragu

Cultural Context

Originating from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, Tagliatelle al Ragu, commonly known as Bolognese, is a beloved dish that showcases the art of slow cooking. Traditionally served on Sundays or special occasions, it reflects the Italian ethos of using fresh, local ingredients to create hearty meals. Today, it is enjoyed worldwide, with many variations emerging, but the classic recipe remains a staple in Italian cuisine.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
100 grams zero zero flour
1 egg
minced beef
minced pork
pancetta
onion
celery
carrot
full fat milk
2 tins whole cherry tomatoes
tomato concentrate
grated parmigiano

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative with a cheesy flavor.

1

Scramble 1 egg in a bowl.

2

Add 100 grams of zero zero flour to the scrambled egg and mix.

3

Knead the dough for 10 minutes until it becomes smooth.

4

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

5

In a pan, fry the pancetta until crispy.

6

Add a mixture of chopped onion, celery, and carrot to the pan and cook until softened.

7

Add the minced beef and minced pork to the pan and cook until browned.

8

Instead of red wine, pour in full fat milk.

9

Add 2 tins of whole cherry tomatoes, crushing them slightly as you add them.

10

Add tomato concentrate to the pan and mix well.

11

Let the ragu simmer gently for a couple of hours.

12

Roll out the rested dough until it is thin enough to see the tablecloth through it.

13

If the pasta is too soft, sprinkle grated parmigiano over it.

14

Roll the dough up for cutting into tagliatelle.

15

Cook the tagliatelle in boiling water for a couple of minutes until done.

16

Mix the cooked tagliatelle with the ragu and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringboiling

Equipment Needed

panbowlrolling pinknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Tagliatelle BologneseTagliatelle with Meat Sauce
Local Name: Tagliatelle al Ragu

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