Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle

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A slow-simmered meat sauce with ground beef and pork, served over fresh egg tagliatelle, featuring the perfect balance of tomato, wine, and aromatic vegetables. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 150 minutes pairs ground beef, ground pork, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 720 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (11 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 720 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat, then add 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup diced carrot, and 1/4 cup diced celery. Sauté for 8 minutes until vegetables are soft and translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz ground beef and 4 oz ground pork, breaking up with a spoon until browned (about 6 minutes), then stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until darkened.
  3. Step 3: Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup red wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer until reduced by half (about 3 minutes).
  4. Step 4: Stir in 14 oz crushed tomatoes and 1/4 cup whole milk, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Cook 12 oz egg tagliatelle in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes, drain, and toss with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water.
  6. Step 6: Divide pasta among bowls, top with 3/4 cup sauce, sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped basil and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle take to make?

Total time is about 150 minutes (30 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic Nonna's Bolognese with House-Made Tagliatelle?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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