Penne Bolognese

Savor the comforting richness of Penne Bolognese, a classic Italian pasta recipe bursting with hearty flavors and rustic charm. This dish combines tender penne with a velvety sauce made from a slow-simmered blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic vegetables, zesty red wine, and robust crushed tomatoes. Enhanced with fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, and finished with a touch of creamy milk, this bolognese achieves a deep, satisfying flavor. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings, each plate is topped with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant basil for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Ready in just over two hours, this recipe is the perfect way to elevate your pasta nights while celebrating the authentic taste of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 medium celery stalk, chopped
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 0.5 cup dry red wine
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper
• 500 grams penne pasta
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery and cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and pork, breaking the meat apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine, bring to a simmer, and let it reduce by half, which takes about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.

Step 7

Add dried oregano, dried basil, and bay leaf.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

After an hour, stir in the milk and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue to simmer uncovered for another 30 minutes.

Step 10

While the sauce is simmering, cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf from the sauce.

Step 12

Toss the cooked penne pasta with the bolognese sauce in the pot until well coated.

Step 13

Serve the penne bolognese hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2824.6 grams (2824.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4560

Total Fat 194.70g	250%
Saturated Fat 68.80g	344%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 4811mg	209%
Total Carbohydrate 454.10g	165%
Dietary Fiber 41.80g	149%
Total Sugars 54.80g
Protein 238.40g	477%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1144mg	88%
Iron 42mg	233%
Potassium 6573mg	140%

*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: 38.7%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 40.2%