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Tagliatelle alla Bolognese

This classic Tagliatelle alla Bolognese with a rich tomato and meat sauce will become an all-time family favourite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: bolognese, meat, pasta
Servings: 4
Calories: 777kcal

Ingredients

  • 320 g dried egg tagliatelle or other dry pasta of choice
  • 4 tbsp. olive oil extra virgin, divided
  • 4 small yellow or white onions (or 2 large onions), diced
  • 1 medium carrot finely diced
  • 80 mL red wine (⅓ cup)
  • 450 g ground beef (beef mince)
  • ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1 bay leaf optional
  • 600 g canned finely chopped tomatoes (1½ cans)
  • 120 mL milk semi-skimmed or whole (optional)
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley to serve
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese to serve

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large non-stick saucepan on medium heat. Add diced onions and carrot and saute, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes until onions are soft and liquid is released, stirring occasionally.
  • Cover the saucepan and saute for a further 20-30 minutes, being careful not to burn the onions. If the mixture starts to dry out, add 2-4 tablespoons of water.
  • In a separate large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Add ground meat to saucepan with onion and carrot mixture.
  • In the same skillet used for cooking the meat, add wine on high heat and use a spatula to scrape the pan. Once alcohol evaporates (2-3 minutes) and mixture is bubbly, carefully pour wine mixture into saucepan with meat and onions.
  • Add nutmeg and bayleaf to meat mixture. Add canned tomatoes, tomato paste (if using), and 2-4 tablespoons of water or milk (for a more creamy sauce). Season sauce with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer, uncovered, on medium-low heat for a further 20-30 minutes.
  • In the meantime, cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions (or until al dente). Drain and divide pasta between 4 serving plates.
  • Top with bolognese sauce, chopped fresh parsley, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 777kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 936mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2816IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 5mg