Lamb Ragu With Mint From Giada De Laurentiis Recipe

Name: Lamb Ragu With Mint From Giada De Laurentiis
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 shallots, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup red wine; 4 cups marinara sauce; 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta.
2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet warm the olive oil over high heat. Add the shallots & garlic and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the ground lamb, salt, and pepper. Cook untilt he lamb has browned and the juices have evaporated. Add the wine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan using a wooden spoon or spatula. Simmer until the wine has reduced by half.
4
Add the marinara sauce and simmer over low heat until the flavors have blended, about 10 minutes.
5
Add the mint and ricotta and stir until mixed.
6
Add the pasta and stir to coat. Serve immediately.

1077

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb rigatoni pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 shallots, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Lamb Ragu With Mint From Giada De Laurentiis falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lamb Ragu With Mint From Giada De Laurentiis

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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