See also Who's for a classic Italian job? Today I'm sharing my go-to bolognese recipe that'll make your pasta dish shine like the Colosseum! You can't beat this rich and meaty ragù, perfect for a cozy night in with the family. So grab some minced beef, pork, or a mix of both (like me!), onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomatoes, red wine, and herbs, and let's get cooking!**Ingredients:*** 500g minced beef and pork (or your preferred combo)* 1 large onion, finely chopped* 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated* 2 stalks of celery, finely chopped* 3 cloves of garlic, minced* 2 x 400g cans of whole tomatoes* 150ml red wine* 1 tsp dried basil* 1 tsp dried oregano* Salt and black pepper, to taste* 1 tbsp olive oil**Instructions:**1. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.2. Add the chopped onion, grated carrots, and celery stalks; cook until they're softened and fragrant (about 8-10 minutes).3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring occasionally.4. Add the minced beef and pork (or your preferred combo); cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).5. Pour in the red wine; cook until the liquid has almost completely reduced (about 2-3 minutes).6. Add the canned tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano; stir well.7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.8. Simmer the bolognese for at least 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's thickened and rich.9. Serve your beautiful ragù over cooked spaghetti, with some grated Parmesan cheese on top (optional).Now, that's what I call a satisfying Sunday dinner!
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