Modified Pasta Bolognese By Anne Burrell Recipe

Name: Modified Pasta Bolognese By Anne Burrell
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion or 2 small, cut into 1-inch dice; 2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 3 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch dice; 4 cloves garlic; Extra-virgin olive oil, for the pan; Kosher salt; 2 pounds ground chuck, brisket or round or combination; 1 to 1 1/2 lb sweet Italian Sausage; 2 cups tomato paste; 3 28oz can tomatoes--drain and reserve the liquid; 3 cups hearty red wine; Water; 3 bay leaves; 1 bunch thyme, tied in a bundle

Servings: persons

1 large onion or 2 small, cut into 1-inch dice
2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch dice
4 cloves garlic
Extra-virgin olive oil, for the pan
Kosher salt
2 pounds ground chuck, brisket or round or combination
1 to 1 1/2 lb sweet Italian Sausage
2 cups tomato paste
3 28oz can tomatoes--drain and reserve the liquid
3 cups hearty red wine
Water
3 bay leaves
1 bunch thyme, tied in a bundle

1
In a large pan, fill with water and bring to boil. Add sausage links and boil for about 25 minutes.
2
In a food processor, puree onion, carrots, celery, and garlic into a coarse paste. In a separate large pan over medium heat, coat pan with oil. Add the pureed veggies and season generously with salt. Bring the pan to a medium-high heat and cook until all the water has evaporated and they become nice and brown, stirring frequently, about 15 to 20 minutes. Be patient, this is where the big flavors develop.
3
Add the ground beef and season again generously with salt. BROWN THE BEEF! Brown food tastes good. Don't rush this step. Cook another 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Remove sausage from water and slice the links into 3/4 inch slices. Add sausage to beef mixture and cook for 5-10 minutes.
5
Add the tomato paste and cook until brown about 4 to 5 minutes.
6
Add the drained tomatoes and cook about 4-5 minutes.
7
Add the red wine. Cook until the wine has reduced by half, another 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Add reserved tomato liquid/water to the pan until the water is about 1 inch above the meat. Toss in the bay leaves and the bundle of thyme and stir to combine everything. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally. As the water evaporates you will gradually need to add more, about 2 to 3 cups at a time. Don't be shy about adding water during the cooking process, you can always cook it out. This is a game of reduce and add more water. This is where big rich flavors develop. If you try to add all the water in the beginning you will have boiled meat sauce rather than a rich, thick meaty sauce. Stir and TASTE frequently. Season with salt, if needed (you probably will). Simmer for 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion or 2 small, cut into 1-inch dice, 2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 3 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch dice, 4 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Modified Pasta Bolognese By Anne Burrell 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Modified Pasta Bolognese By Anne Burrell

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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