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Hearty Bucatini Bolognese

Hearty Bucatini Bolognese: A Cozy Dinner in Every Bite

Enjoy Hearty Bucatini Bolognese, a comforting recipe with rich flavors that transforms weeknight dinners into family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 pound bucatini can substitute with spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter can substitute with margarine
  • 1 medium onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 medium celery
  • 4 cloves garlic increase for stronger flavor
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup dry red or white wine use vegetable broth for non-alcoholic option
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes any canned tomatoes will suffice
  • 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup whole milk almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 1 leaf bay leaf optional
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Serving
  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish
  • to taste parmesan cheese freshly grated for serving

Equipment

  • heavy pot
  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a heavy pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 8-10 minutes until softened.
  2. Increase heat to medium-high and add 1 pound of ground beef. Brown meat and season with salt and pepper for about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, cook for 2 minutes. Deglaze with 1 cup of wine and reduce by half.
  4. Add 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes, 1 cup of beef broth, ½ cup of whole milk, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  5. Cook 1 pound of bucatini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. Fold cooked bucatini into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Serve garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Simmer the sauce longer for richer flavors, and store leftovers for optimal taste.

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