You NEED This Meat Sauce in Your Arsenal
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Published on Apr 22, 2024
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How to Make Pasta Bolognese
Ingredients:
- 3 pounds of ground meat (half ground beef, half ground pork)
- 4 ounces of chopped pancetta
- 2 large carrots
- 1 small bulb of fennel
- 2 celery stalks
- 50 grams of tomato paste
- 200 grams of dry white wine
- 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
- Whole milk
- Salt
- 280 grams of all-purpose flour
- 4 egg yolks
- 20 grams of balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
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Prepare the Meat Sauce:
- Mix the ground beef and ground pork, spread it on a sheet tray, and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
- Process carrots, fennel, and celery in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Cook pancetta in a Dutch oven, then add the chopped vegetables and sauté.
- Add tomato paste, white wine, crushed tomatoes, and whole milk. Simmer and add the cooked meat. Season with salt and simmer in the oven at 300°F for an hour.
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Make the Pasta Dough:
- Create a well with flour and add egg yolks. Mix until a dough forms. Rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough using a pasta machine, gradually reducing the thickness setting until thin. Cut into tagliatelle noodles.
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Cook the Pasta:
- Boil salted water and cook the fresh pasta for about 3 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Finish the Dish:
- Heat a sauté pan, add some pasta water, butter, and the cooked pasta. Toss to coat the pasta.
- Season the meat sauce with balsamic vinegar and salt.
- Serve the pasta topped with the meat sauce.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Enjoy your homemade Pasta Bolognese!
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Storage:
- Any leftover pasta and sauce can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
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Additional Tips:
- Experiment with different pasta shapes if desired.
- Feel free to customize the dish with additional herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences.
Now you have a delicious Pasta Bolognese ready to be enjoyed!