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Ragù alla Bolognese

Cultural Context

Ragù alla Bolognese is a traditional Italian meat sauce originating from Bologna. It is typically served with tagliatelle pasta and is known for its rich flavor and hearty texture. This dish reflects the culinary heritage of Emilia-Romagna, where slow cooking and quality ingredients are emphasized. It is often enjoyed as a family meal and has become popular worldwide, often adapted to local tastes.

ItalianITEmilia-Romagnamain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 carrot
1 stick of celery
1/2 or 1 onion
4-5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or butter)
2/3 cup ground beef meat
1/2 cup ground pork meat
1 Italian sausage (or some ground pork belly)
red wine
1 can 'pelati' tomatoes
salt
ground black pepper
parmigiano reggiano cheese

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

red wine

💰Cheaper: white wine

White wine can be a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Heat olive oil (or butter) in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until soft.

3

Stir in ground beef, ground pork, and Italian sausage; cook until browned.

4

Add canned 'pelati' tomatoes; mix well.

5

Pour in red wine; let it simmer until reduced.

6

Add salt and ground black pepper; cook on low heat for several hours, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Bolognese sauceRagùSugo alla Bolognese
Local Name: Ragù alla Bolognese

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