Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, a popular dish from the heart of Italy, is synonymous with comfort and nutritious food. This classic from Bologna combines soft, wide noodles with a rich and flavorful meat sauce that is slow-cooked to let the flavors meld. It is ideal for Sunday lunches or for warm, family evenings. Preparing this dish is not only a culinary journey through Italy, but also a wonderful opportunity to feel the joy of cooking and share love through food.
Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
Ingredients
- 400 g of fresh tagliatelle
- 500 g of ground beef
- 150 g of pancetta
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks of celery
- 400 g of pureed tomatoes
- 150 ml of red wine
- 100 ml beef soup base
- 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Directions
- In a pan over medium heat, fry the pancetta until crispy.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot and celery and fry until the vegetables are soft.
- Add ground beef and fry until browned.
- Stir in the pureed tomatoes, red wine and beef stock. Reduce heat and simmer for at least 1 hour.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Boil water in a large pot, add salt and cook the tagliatelle al dente.
- Mix the drained pasta with the sauce and serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
Now that you've mastered Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, you can surprise your guests or snuggle up with this comforting dish. Remember, the best part of making this dish is that you can dazzle your neighbors with the wonderful aroma while it's cooking, and maybe earn some admiring glances! Bon Appetit!
