Ragu Alla Bolognese Recipe

Name: Ragu Alla Bolognese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 60 g bacon or 60 g pancetta, chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 carrot, finely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 500 g veal mince; 500 g beef mince; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup red wine; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups beef stock; 1/3 cup milk; 1 chicken liver, finely chopped (optional); 500 g spaghetti or 500 g tagliatelle pasta noodles, to serve; parmesan cheese, to serve

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
60 g bacon or 60 g pancetta, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
500 g veal mince
500 g beef mince
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 bay leaves
2 cups beef stock
1/3 cup milk
1 chicken liver, finely chopped (optional)
500 g spaghetti or 500 g tagliatelle pasta noodles, to serve
parmesan cheese, to serve

1
Melt butter in a large heavy based saucepan.
2
Add bacon, onion, carrot and celery.
3
Cook over low heat until vegetables are soft.
4
Raise the heat and add the mince.
5
Cook until brown.
6
Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
7
Add wine and simmer for 1 minute.
8
Add bay leaf and half the stock.
9
When stock has been absorbed add remaining stock and milk.
10
Season well.
11
Simmer covered for 2 1/2- 3 hours.
12
If using liver stir in now and simmer another couple of minutes.
13
Toss through spahetti and serve with parmesan cheese.

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 60 g bacon or 60 g pancetta, chopped, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 carrot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Ragu Alla Bolognese falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Ragu Alla Bolognese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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