Australian Bolognese Pappardelle
A hearty Italian-inspired pasta dish featuring Australian beef in a rich tomato sauce, served with tender pappardelle.
Ingredients
- ●12 oz pappardelle
- ●1 lb Australian beef mince
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- ●1 cup red wine
- ●2 tbsp tomato paste
- ●2 cups beef broth
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pappardelle according to the package instructions until al dente.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef mince and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the crushed tomatoes, red wine, tomato paste, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- 5
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, about 20 minutes.
- 6
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Drain the cooked pappardelle and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine.
- 8
Serve the pappardelle hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.