Description
Classic Tuscan Ragu is a sumptuous Italian meat sauce that transforms everyday ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece. This slow-cooked dish combines ground beef and pancetta with aromatic vegetables, simmered in rich San Marzano tomatoes and red wine. Perfect for family gatherings or romantic dinners, this ragu captures the essence of Tuscany, inviting you to savor every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or oregano (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced pancetta until crispy. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned without any pink bits remaining.
- Pour in red wine and deglaze the pan by scraping up any brown bits. Simmer until reduced by half.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, salt, and pepper; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about an hour, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over pasta or polenta with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg