Spicy Ragu Alla Bolognese Recipe

Name: Spicy Ragu Alla Bolognese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500g minced beef; 250g minced pork; good quality olive oil; 2 tins plum tomatoes; 1 small tin tomato puree; 2 medium white onions - chopped; 4 cloves of garlic - finely chopped; 1 tbsp each of rosemary, sage, thyme, oregano; 4 - 5 cloves; 2 - 3 bayleaves; 1 - 2 tsp hot chilli powder; 1 glass of full bodied red wine; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

500g minced beef
250g minced pork
good quality olive oil
2 tins plum tomatoes
1 small tin tomato puree
2 medium white onions - chopped
4 cloves of garlic - finely chopped
1 tbsp each of rosemary, sage, thyme, oregano
4 - 5 cloves
2 - 3 bayleaves
1 - 2 tsp hot chilli powder
1 glass of full bodied red wine
salt and pepper

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1. Fry onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent / slightly golden in a large, heavy bottomed saucepan on medium to high heat.
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Add the bayleaves and fry for a few minutes.
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2. Add the minced beef and pork and cook until just browned.
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3. Mix in the tinned tomatoes (chop them up in the pan if not already chopped), tomato puree and all the dried spices and herbs - cloves, rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage and chilli powder. Then add the red wine and season to taste.
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4. Turn the heat down to low and cover. Simmer for 1.5 hours, checking periodically to ensure the sauce doesn't get too dry.
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5. Serve with fresh pasta (linguine or tagliatelli) and heaps of freshly grated parmeggiano, a fresh green salad, and the remainder of the bottle of wine... Assuming the chef hasn't finished off the lot!

528

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500g minced beef, 250g minced pork, good quality olive oil, 2 tins plum tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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!

Spicy Ragu Alla Bolognese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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