How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Rustic Ragu With Fontina ?

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 carrots, 1 minced, 3 roughly chopped, 4 stalks celery, 1 minced, 3 roughly chopped, 1 onion, 1/4 minced, 3/4 diced, 1 green bell pepper, 1/4 minced, 3/4 roughly diced, and more.

Is Rustic Ragu With Fontina suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Rustic Ragu With Fontina falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Rustic Ragu With Fontina ?

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

Rustic Ragu With Fontina Recipe

Name: Rustic Ragu With Fontina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 carrots, 1 minced, 3 roughly chopped; 4 stalks celery, 1 minced, 3 roughly chopped; 1 onion, 1/4 minced, 3/4 diced; 1 green bell pepper, 1/4 minced, 3/4 roughly diced; 8 ounces Crimini mushrooms, roughly sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1-1/4 pounds extra-lean ground beef (I used 93% lean); 1/2 cup full-flavored red wine (I use a Cabernet Sauvignon); 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juice; 6 ounces tomato paste; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut chiffonade; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped; 2 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 1-1/4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese; 1-1/4 cups shredded Fontina cheese

Try this homemade Rustic Ragu With Fontina recipe the whole family will love. Made with carrots, stalks celery, onion and green bell pepper. Easy step-b…

This Rustic Ragu With Fontina relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as onion, 1/4 minced, 3/4 diced, garlic, minced, tomato paste and fresh basil, cut chiffonade. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 431 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

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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