Linguini Bolognese with Pancetta, Beef, Tomato Sauce, Herbs and Parmesan

By á-3145

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh linguini
• 3 ounces pancetta, sliced medium thick
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 carrot, small dice
• 1/2 red onion, small diced
• 6 ounces ground beef
• Two 15-ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Handful fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 ounce Parmesan, shaved

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 35mins
Cooking time 120mins
Adapted from foodnetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to directions and reserve.

In a medium saucepot, saute the pancetta with the olive oil. Add the garlic, carrots and onions and saute until tender.

Add the beef and saute until brown. Add the tomatoes and crush with a wooden spoon. Add the thyme and cook 30 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.

At the last minute, add the basil. Toss the pasta with the sauce, top with parsley and Parmesan.

Notes
This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.