Stanley Tucci’s 20-Minute Bolognese
Stanley Tucci’s 20-Minute Bolognese is a quick yet richly flavorful Italian classic that transforms your weeknight dinners into delightful culinary experiences. With perfectly sautéed meats, aromatic vegetables, and a creamy finish, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it the ultimate comfort food for busy nights. Serve it over your favorite pasta and enjoy a taste of Italy at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced pancetta until crispy. Add ground beef and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is soft and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add canned tomatoes with their juices; let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with red wine, scraping up any brown bits. Simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in whole milk and mix well; let bubble for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve over cooked pasta and top with freshly grated parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this recipe by substituting ground beef with turkey or using lentils for a vegetarian option. You can also add vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers for added nutrition.