Bologna Chamber of Commerce Authentic Bolognese Recipe
The official bolognese recipe from the Bologna Chamber of Commerce
Ingredients
- 350 grams beef
- 150 grams pancetta or bacon
- 50 grams carrot
- 50 grams celery
- 50 grams onion
- 70 grams tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth or bouillon
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup dry white wine
- salt and pepper
- olive oil extra virgin
Instructions
- First, finely chop the onion, carrot, and celery. Cut the beef and pancetta into small pieces.
- Heat a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, and add olive oil. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the beef and pancetta, and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add the tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.
- Pour the white wine into the saucepan, and let it simmer until it has evaporated.
- Add the beef broth and milk, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it cook for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the sauce starts to dry out, add some more broth or milk.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve the Bolognese sauce with freshly made tagliatelle pasta and garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Notes
This recipe is just a guideline for preparing authentic Bolognese sauce. However, it's important to note that every cook may have their twist on the recipe, and the ingredient amounts may vary depending on taste and tradition.