Classic Italian Ragu Bolognese Sauce

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 hrs 30 mins

  • Total Time

    3 hrs 15 mins

  • Servings

    8 people

  • Calories

    326 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian, American

Classic Italian Ragu Bolognese Sauce

This authentic Ragu bolognese sauce (aka Ragu alla Bolognese) is a classic Italian recipe. It's perfect for Lasagna or Tagliatelle pasta.

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Ingredients

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  • 5 oz pancetta diced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup finely minced onion
  • 1 cup Finely minced carrot
  • 1 cup finely minced celery
  • 2 lb ground brisket or skirt steak
  • 1 cup red or white wine
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 pinches nutmeg
  • 1 inch Parmesan rind
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 4 tbsp chopped parsley optional
  • handful grated Parmesan cheese
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Instructions

  1. Heat a heavy bottom pot over medium heat, add butter. Add pancetta and cook until crisp.
  2. When the pancetta release some fat and turn crisp, add the minced onion, carrot, and celery; cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Splash with wine and let it evaporate. Pour the beef stock and stir. Add the tomato paste, nutmeg, and Parmesan rind; stir well. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover with lid and simmer over low heat for 2 hours, stirring occationally.
  4. Add the milk and continue to simmer for another 30-45 minutes. Skim off the fat floating on top, if you desire. Add the fish sauce and adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Add parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese at last. Serve warm over Tagliatelle pasta.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 326kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 86mg (29%) Sodium 588mg (25%) Potassium 799mg (23%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 3050IU (61%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 75mg (8%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 326 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 326kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 86mg 29%
Sodium 588mg 25%
Potassium 799mg 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 3050IU 61%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 75mg 8%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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