Description
Rich and creamy White Bolognese Pasta is a comforting Italian dish that elevates your dining experience with its delightful flavors. This exquisite sauce blends the savory notes of pancetta and ground beef, enhanced by fresh herbs, creating a velvety texture that clings to pasta beautifully. Ideal for family gatherings or special occasions, this recipe is simple yet impressive, making it perfect for any night when you crave something hearty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh thyme and rosemary
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook pancetta over medium-high heat until browned; set aside.
- Sauté carrots, celery, and onion in the same pot until softened.
- Add ground beef and garlic; cook until browned.
- Stir in white apple vinegar and simmer briefly.
- Add chicken broth, herbs, and spices; simmer under low heat for an hour.
- Incorporate milk and simmer until thickened.
- Toss sauce with cooked pasta before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added richness, drizzle olive oil over the finished dish. You can also customize this recipe by adding vegetables like spinach or swapping out ground beef for turkey.