Fusilli with Bolognese Sauce

2 servings

20 minutes

Fusilli with Bolognese sauce is a classic Italian dish that embodies the rich flavors and traditions of Mediterranean cuisine. Bolognese, invented in Bologna, was originally made with a thick meat sauce and served with tagliatelle, but over time fusilli became an excellent alternative due to its spiral shape that holds the flavorful sauce. In this recipe, juicy beef ragù is enriched with pelati tomatoes and chili sauce, creating a balance of spiciness and sweetness. Cherry tomatoes add a fresh tanginess while basil brings aromatic nobility. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive feast, and its rich flavor pairs wonderfully with a glass of red wine. Cook with love and enjoy the aromas of true Italy!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 748.3
• Proteins: 34g
• Fats: 22.3g
• Carbohydrates: 102.1g

Ingredients

• Beef broth: 100 ml
• Water: 1 l
• Fusilli pasta: 250 g
• Pelati tomatoes: 250 g
• Chili sauce: 1 tbsp
• Cherry tomatoes: 6 pc
• Basil: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground beef: 200 g

Cooking steps

1. Heat oil in a pan.

2. Place the minced meat and fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 200 g

3. Mix water and broth in a pot. Place on high heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 1 l
   • Beef broth: 100 ml

4. Mix the minced meat and reduce the heat.

5. Bring the broth to a boil and add salt. Reduce the heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

6. Add pasta to the broth and cook until al dente.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fusilli pasta: 250 g

7. Add pelati to the minced meat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pelati tomatoes: 250 g

8. Add chili sauce. Mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chili sauce: 1 tablespoon

9. Cut the cherry in half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 6 pieces

10. Add cherries to the sauce. Simmer, stirring, for about 5-7 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cherry tomatoes: 6 pieces

11. Salt the sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Sea salt:  to taste

12. Drain the water from the cooked pasta.

13. Add sauce. Mix.

    Required ingredients:

    • Pelati tomatoes: 250 g

14. Place on a plate, add basil, and serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Basil:  to taste