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Easy Ragù Sauce Recipe Homemade

Ragù Sauce Recipe

Ready for the ultimate Italian comfort food? This classic ragù is rich, hearty, and tastes like a warm hug straight from Nonna’s kitchen. 🍅✨

  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

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For the Ragù Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and lamb)
  • 1/2 pound ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 cup tomato paste
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup vegetable stock
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For Serving

  • 1 pound tagliatelle, pappardelle, or your favorite pasta
  • Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Sauté the Veggies:

    • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Cook the Meat:

    • Add ground beef and chicken to the pot. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
  • Add the Tomatoes:

    • Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable stock. Mix well, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for 1.5–2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Cook the Pasta:

    • Boil your pasta until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Finish and Serve:

    • Toss the pasta with the ragù, adding a splash of pasta water for extra creaminess. Top with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  • Author: Sanae
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 Horus
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6
  • Calories: ~450