Homemade Pasta Bolognese
5 servings
40 minutes
Homemade Bolognese pasta is a classic Italian dish that embodies the coziness of a family dinner. Its roots trace back to ancient Bologna, where the meat sauce simmered slowly to reveal a richness of flavors. In this recipe, tender minced meat and aromatic bacon combine with tomato paste and Parmesan to create a rich, slightly spicy flavor with a pleasant saltiness. Light notes of sweet onion and garlic add depth to the aroma, while the thick sauce beautifully coats the pasta, making each forkful a perfect balance of taste and texture. This dish is not just nourishing—it warms the soul, evoking memories of traditions and family meals. Served hot and sprinkled with fresh Parmesan, it pairs perfectly with a glass of red wine.
1
In a pan, sauté finely chopped onion and garlic in vegetable oil until fragrant.
- Sweet red onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
2
Add minced meat and chopped bacon to the pan. Constantly break up lumps with a spatula and stir to make the minced meat crumbly.
- Minced meat: 500 g
- Bacon: 3 pieces
3
When the minced meat is ready, add tomato paste and grated parmesan to the pan, mix, reduce the heat, and let it simmer.
- Tomato paste: 3 tablespoons
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
4
At this time, boil the pasta. I don't salt the water because for me, the tomato paste and sauce turn out to be quite salty.
- Paste: 350 g
5
When the pasta is ready, drain it in a colander, plate it, and add meat sauce with tomato paste on top of each serving.
- Tomato paste: 3 tablespoons