Not only is this a one-pot wonder, but it also shaves a significant amount of time off of making a traditional Bolognese (which is a slow-braised tomato sauce with meat).
Directions for: One-Pot Bucatini Bolognese
Ingredients
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
Kosher salt
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 lb(s) ground beef chuck (80- to 85- percent lean)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
12 oz bucatini, broken in half (see Cook's Note)
cup grated Parmesan, plus additional for serving
cup chopped fresh parsley, plus additional for serving
Directions
1. Heat the olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, carrots, celery, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook 1 minute, stirring to coat the vegetables. Add the beef, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the canned tomatoes, bucatini, 3 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to ensure the pasta is submerged in liquid. Bring to a boil and continue to cook, stirring frequently to keep the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs. Stir in the Parmesan and parsley and season with salt to taste. Divide among 4 bowls and serve with additional parsley and Parmesan.
Tips and Substitutions
Cook's Note:
The success of this recipe is dependent upon the specific pasta shape suggested, so we don't recommend substitutions.
Source and Credits
Courtesy of Food Network Kitchen
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