Ragù alla Bolognese — The Authentic Bolognese

Ragù alla Bolognese

Authentic Bolognese from Bologna is lighter in color, with few tomatoes, and involves a long, slow cooking process. The result is a deeply flavorful, tender, and silky sauce.

Ingredients (6 servings)

• 500 g ground beef (80/20)
• 150 g pancetta, diced
• 1 carrot, 1 stalk celery, 1 onion
• 200 ml dry white wine
• 400 g Mutti tomato passata
• 400 g tagliatelle
• Parmigiano Reggiano DOP for serving

Instructions

1. Fry the pancetta until crispy. Add the vegetables and fry for 10 min.
2. Add the meat, fry until browned.
3. Add the wine, wait for it to evaporate completely.
4. Add the tomatoes. Simmer for 2–3 hours over very low heat.
5. Serve with tagliatelle and generous Parmigiano.