Neopolitan Nachos Ragu

Elevate your nacho game with a gourmet twist in this Neopolitan Nachos Ragu recipe—a bold fusion of Italian comfort and Tex-Mex flair! Featuring a luscious ragu made from a mix of ground beef and pork, slow-simmered with red wine, crushed tomatoes, and fragrant herbs, this dish brings all the depth of a classic Neapolitan ragù to your favorite crispy nacho chips. Topped with melted mozzarella, Parmesan, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, and creamy dollops of ricotta, these nachos redefine indulgence with every bite. Perfect for entertaining or a hearty family dinner, this recipe combines layers of rich, slow-cooked flavor with quick, cheesy convenience, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare, this dish is ready to wow in just over two hours and serves six generously.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 1 large onion, finely diced
• 1 large carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup red wine
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup milk
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 300 grams nacho chips
• 200 grams fresh mozzarella, shredded
• 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 150 grams ricotta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef and pork to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the red wine and simmer for 3-4 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, milk, bay leaves, salt, pepper, and oregano. Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let the sauce simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 7

Spread the nacho chips evenly across a large, oven-safe dish or tray.

Step 8

Spoon a generous amount of ragu over the nacho chips. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly on top.

Step 9

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and top with halved cherry tomatoes, dollops of ricotta cheese, and chopped fresh basil leaves.

Step 11

Serve immediately, ensuring each portion gets a mix of the cheesy nachos, rich ragu, and fresh toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4133.6 grams (4133.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5555

Total Fat 326.80g	419%
Saturated Fat 121.60g	608%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 864mg	288%
Sodium 6059mg	263%
Total Carbohydrate 348.00g	127%
Dietary Fiber 44.80g	160%
Total Sugars 105.40g
Protein 282.20g	564%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 3721mg	286%
Iron 30mg	164%
Potassium 8922mg	190%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 25.5%