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Traditional Spaghetti Bolognese

Traditional Spaghetti Bolognese

A rich, slow-simmered meat sauce ragù served over al dente spaghetti. Italian comfort food at its best.

Details

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings 6
Difficulty Medium

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until soft (soffritto).

  2. 2

    Add beef and brown well.

  3. 3

    Pour in milk and simmer until evaporated (tenderizes meat).

  4. 4

    Pour in wine and simmer until evaporated.

  5. 5

    Add tomatoes. Simmer on very low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours.

  6. 6

    Cook spaghetti until al dente.

  7. 7

    Toss pasta with sauce. Serve with grated parmesan.