Description
A comforting classic Italian dish featuring rich Bolognese sauce served over silky pappardelle pasta, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef and pork mix (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 cup mirepoix (onions, carrots, celery)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1/2 cup red wine (or beef broth)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb pappardelle pasta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté mirepoix until onions are translucent.
- Add ground meat and brown, breaking it up with a spoon. If using, add mushrooms when meat starts to brown.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and herbs, then let simmer on low heat for at least 30 minutes.
- About 10 minutes before serving, mix in milk or cream.
- Cook pappardelle in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and combine with the sauce.
- Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan and additional herbs.
Notes
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed during cooking; be patient and let the flavors develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Bolognese, Pappardelle, Italian, comfort food, family recipe