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Braised Beef And Pork Ragu

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🍝 Savor the deep, rich flavors of a slow-simmered braised beef and pork ragu that’s perfect for cozy dinners.
🌿 This homemade ragu brings tender meat and fresh herbs together for a delightful pasta topping that’s both filling and flavorful.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

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.

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Notes

🍳 Thoroughly browning the meat deepens flavor and adds crispy texture.
πŸ”ͺ Use a food chopper to quickly prep the finely chopped vegetable mixture (mirepoix).
⏲️ Simmer slowly on low heat, stirring occasionally to meld flavors and prevent sticking.
πŸ₯Ά Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.
♨️ Reheat gently, adding liquid if needed to maintain consistency.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • 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