Roasted Red Pepper Beef Bolognese

Directions

• Prepare Rao’s Homemade Rigatoni Pasta according to the package and set aside.
• Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
• Add a drizzle of Rao’s Homemade Limited Reserve Extra-Virgin Olive Oil and the ground beef.
• Add dried oregano, dried basil, and dried thyme.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
• Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed, then add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery.
• Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
• Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
• Return the cooked beef to the skillet.
• Stir in the Rao’s Homemade Roasted Red Pepper sauce and bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
• Cover and let it simmer gently for about 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a little beef broth or water.
• Once the sauce is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Serve the beef bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.