Bolognese sauce

Ingredients:

• 400 g coarsely ground beef
• 150 g fresh pork belly
• half an onion (60 g)
• 1 carrot (60 g)
• 1 celery stalk (60 g)
• 1 glass of red or white wine
• 200 g tomato passata
• 1 tablespoon double concentrated tomato paste
• 1 glass of whole milk (optional)
• beef or vegetable broth (as needed)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper (as needed)

Preparation:

1. cut the pancetta into cubes
2. peel the carrots, clean the celery, peel the onion and chop them finely
3. in a pan, heat the oil and add the pancetta to brown it
4. when the pancetta is well browned, add the vegetables
5. stir and let everything cook for a few minutes
6. add the ground beef
7. stir and raise the heat slightly to brown it, but without rushing
8. when the meat is well browned, deglaze with wine and stir
9. when the wine has evaporated, add the tomato passata and double concentrated tomato paste
10. stir well to incorporate them
11. add 2-3 ladles of hot broth
12. cover with the lid, but not completely
13. check occasionally to see if more hot broth needs to be added
14. after about 1 to 1 and a half hours, if desired, add the milk
15. let it cook for at least 2-3 hours, remembering to check and add hot broth as needed
16. when the ragù is cooked, season with salt and pepper and taste it, stir
17. your Bolognese ragù is ready
18. use it on pasta (it pairs perfectly with tagliatelle!!!), on bread croutons, or on polenta
19. a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano further enhances its flavour

Allowed and not allowed variations:

Among the allowed variations:

• mixed meats, rolled pancetta and a hint of nutmeg

The following are not allowed:

• veal, smoked pancetta, pork only, garlic, rosemary, parsley, brandy and flour for thickening.

This ragù requires long cooking times but is a true masterpiece of flavour. If you don't have time to prepare it, you can buy the Traditional Bolognese Ragù from Lina e Sapori e Delizie, and you will be able to prepare excellent dishes quickly and easily that will conquer all your guests.

Enjoy your meal!