Bolognese Tagliatelle for 8 People

Ingredients and Weight:

• 500 grams Tagliatelle (Italian flat pasta)
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup red wine (such as Pinot Noir)
• 1 jar (about 250 grams) tomato sauce or passata
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 40 minutes
• Total: 60 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the Tagliatelle until al dente (firm to the bite). Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and brown the ground beef, breaking it up into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery and cook until the vegetables are tender.
4. Pour in the red wine and let it reduce by half.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce or passata, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Toss the cooked Tagliatelle with the Bolognese sauce and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving (based on ingredients listed)
• Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat: Varies based on ingredients and cooking method

Dish Characteristics:

• Traditional Italian-American dish, rich in flavor and texture
• Bolognese sauce is a meat-based tomato sauce that is creamy and hearty
• Tagliatelle is a flat pasta that pairs well with the rich sauce

User Comments:

• "This dish was delicious! The Bolognese sauce was flavorful and the Tagliatelle was a perfect match."
• "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It was hearty and satisfying."
• "This is a great dish for a family meal. Everyone loved the Bolognese Tagliatelle."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality tomato sauce or passata for best results.
• Brown the ground beef well to enhance flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
• Make sure to cook the Tagliatelle to the desired texture, being careful not to overcook it.