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Mario Batali's Fettuccine Bolognese Recipe

Indulge in this rich and flavorful Mario Batali-inspired Bolognese Fettuccine! This stick-to-your-ribs recipe, adapted from Bon Appetit, uses ground beef for a simpler, yet equally delicious, take on the classic. Get ready for tender pasta coated in a slow-simmered meat sauce bursting with umami. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 1130.5 kcal
Protein 138g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mario Batali's Fettuccine Bolognese

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How to Make Mario Batali's Fettuccine Bolognese

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high.
  4. Add ground beef and pork (if using), and pancetta or bacon (if using). Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned, about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, milk, and thyme.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more broth if the sauce becomes too thick.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. While the sauce simmers, cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente.
  9. Drain the pasta, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
  10. Add the cooked fettuccine to the pot with the Bolognese sauce. Toss to coat, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  11. Serve immediately, topped with ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Pass extra Parmesan at the table.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

100g

Carbs

27g

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