Cucina Rustica: Spaghetti Bolognaise

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, slow-simmered meat sauce that defines classic Italian comfort food.
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This recipe captures the soul of traditional Italian home cooking with a robust, savory meat sauce. Unlike quick weeknight alternatives, this version relies on the slow caramelization of onions, carrots, and celery (soffritto) to build a deep, complex flavor base. The ground beef is browned thoroughly before deglazing with white wine, which adds a bright acidity that cuts through the richness. A splash of milk is added to tenderize the meat and mellow the tomatoes, resulting in a sauce that is velvety and deeply aromatic. It’s the perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or when you need a hearty, satisfying meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been simmering for hours. Serve over al dente spaghetti for the ultimate rustic experience.

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Cucina Rustica: Spaghetti Bolognaise

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 461.1

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This recipe captures the soul of traditional Italian home cooking with a robust, savory meat sauce. Unlike quick weeknight alternatives, this version relies on the slow caramelization of onions, carrots, and celery (soffritto) to build a deep, complex flavor base. The ground beef is browned thoroughly before deglazing with white wine, which adds a bright acidity that cuts through the richness. A splash of milk is added to tenderize the meat and mellow the tomatoes, resulting in a sauce that is velvety and deeply aromatic. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or when you need a hearty, satisfying meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been simmering for hours. Serve over al dente spaghetti for the ultimate rustic experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil for the spaghetti.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery; sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  6. Cook the beef until browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  7. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and let it simmer until reduced by half.
  8. Stir in the milk and simmer gently for 5 minutes until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the meat is tender.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
  10. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water according to package directions until al dente.
  11. Drain the pasta, reserving a small cup of starchy pasta water.
  12. Toss the drained spaghetti with the meat sauce, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to coat the noodles evenly.
  13. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 461.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.7g45%
Saturated Fat 8.7g44%
Cholesterol 89.1mg30%
Sodium 6216.3mg260%
Total Carbohydrate 6.9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 3.4g
Protein 31.1g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: italian, spaghetti, bolognese, meat sauce, ground beef, comfort food, pasta, soffritto, rustic, dinner, classic, slow cooked, homemade, family meal, savory, wine, garlic, onion, carrot, celery
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