Ingredients
– 10 oz pasta
– 1 lb lean ground beef for main tender, flavorful base
– 1 lb ground pork for main tender, flavorful base
– 1 and a half cups celery finely chopped to build aroma and nutrition
– 1 and a half cups carrot finely chopped to build aroma and nutrition
– 1 and a half cups onion finely chopped to build aroma and nutrition
– 2 containers of 680g passata to create the rich, savory sauce
– 1 cup white wine
– 4 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon oregano
– 1 tablespoon salt
– 1 tablespoon black pepper
– 4 sprigs rosemary and 4 sprigs thyme tied together as bouquet garni
– 1 piece (approx. 2-inch) Parmesan rind
– ΒΌ cup half and half
– Parsley for garnish
– Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
1-Finely chop the celery, carrot, and onion to create a flavorful base for your ragu.
2-In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the ground beef and pork, breaking it up as it cooks until well browned and crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
3-Add the chopped vegetables to the meat and cook until softened, roughly 5-7 minutes, letting those flavors mingle.
4-Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up those tasty browned bits, and simmer until reduced by half, about 3-5 minutes.
5-Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 3 minutes to deepen the taste.
6-Add the passata and mix everything together for a smooth sauce base.
7-Season with oregano, salt, and black pepper, then toss in the bouquet garni and Parmesan rind for extra flavor.
8-Lower the heat and let the ragu simmer uncovered for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally and adding water if it thickens too much.
9-Remove the bouquet garni and Parmesan rind, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
10-Stir in the half and half and simmer for 5 more minutes to creamy perfection.
11-Serve over cooked pasta, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for a finishing touch.
Last Step:
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π³ Thoroughly browning the meat deepens flavor and adds crispy texture.
πͺ Use a food chopper to quickly prep the finely chopped vegetable mixture (mirepoix).
β²οΈ Simmer slowly on low heat, stirring occasionally to meld flavors and prevent sticking.
π₯Ά Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.
β¨οΈ Reheat gently, adding liquid if needed to maintain consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Simmering Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
