Simple Bolognese
Giada’s Simple Bolognese is a delightful and hearty dish that promises to be a favorite at any dining table. This comforting recipe features a rich tomato sauce with ground chuck beef, perfectly complemented by your choice of pasta. With just 10 minutes of prep time and under an hour of cooking, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The best part? It’s easy enough for beginners while still impressing seasoned chefs. Serve it up with fresh herbs, a sprinkle of cheese, or alongside garlic bread for an unforgettable meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 carrot
- 1 pound ground chuck beef
- 2 14-ounce cans cherry tomatoes, crushed
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
- 1 lb of pasta (mezzi rigatoni or pappardelle)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and garlic over medium heat until soft.
- Add chopped celery and carrot; continue sautéing for 5 minutes.
- Increase heat to high and add ground beef, cooking until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, parsley, and basil; let simmer for about 30 minutes to thicken.
- Boil pasta according to package instructions; drain and combine with the sauce.
- Serve warm, topped with Pecorino Romano cheese and extra olive oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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