Спагетти БОЛОНЬЕЗЕ ☆ Итальянская КУХНЯ ☆ Bolognese ricetta

Summary

In this video, the host welcomes viewers to prepare a classic Italian dish, Spaghetti Bolognese. The recipe starts with making a traditional meat sauce requiring 500g of ground beef, dry red wine, vegetables, and tomato paste. The process involves sautéing onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and adding minced meat. Tomato paste is caramelized, and wine is added to deglaze. The sauce is simmered for at least two hours to blend flavors. Finally, the host demonstrates how to cook spaghetti and mix it with the rich sauce, serving it with grated Parmesan and fresh basil for a delicious, authentic Italian meal.

Takeaways

• 🍝 The video is a tutorial on making a classic Italian dish: Spaghetti Bolognese.
• 🐂 The primary ingredient for the Bolognese sauce is 500 grams of minced meat, traditionally beef.
• 🍇 The recipe calls for 100 ml of dry red wine, which is essential for the authentic flavor.
• 🧄 Along with the meat, the sauce includes finely chopped onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and optionally fresh or dried basil.
• 🧀 Parmesan cheese is suggested for serving, but any hard cheese can be used.
• 🍅 A tablespoon of tomato paste and 500 grams of tomato puree are needed; the latter can be homemade from fresh tomatoes.
• 🔥 The vegetables are sautéed in olive oil before adding the meat to ensure a rich flavor base.
• 🥩 The meat is browned and broken up into small pieces to achieve a uniform and crumbly texture.
• 🍷 Red wine is added and cooked off to eliminate alcohol but retain the wine's delicate aroma.
• 🍲 The sauce is simmered for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld and the vegetables to dissolve, enhancing the taste.
• 🍝 For the pasta, use a large pot of boiling salted water and cook spaghetti al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
• 🍴 Finally, the pasta is tossed with a bit of olive oil and Bolognese sauce before serving with grated Parmesan and fresh basil for garnish.

Q & A

What is the main component of the traditional Italian Bolognaise sauce?

The main component of the traditional Italian Bolognaise sauce is the sauce itself, which is made with minced meat, typically beef, and a blend of vegetables and seasonings.

How much minced meat is needed for the recipe?

500 grams of minced meat is required for the recipe.

What type of wine is used in the traditional Bolognaise sauce?

Traditionally, a dry red wine is used in the Bolognaise sauce.

What vegetables are used in the sauce preparation?

The vegetables used in the sauce preparation include onion, celery, carrot, and garlic.

Can you use fresh or dried basil in the recipe?

Both fresh and dried basil can be used in the recipe, depending on personal preference.

How much tomato paste is needed for the sauce?

One tablespoon of tomato paste is required for the sauce.

What is the role of wine in the sauce preparation?

Wine is used to deglaze the pan and add a subtle, sophisticated aroma to the sauce. The alcohol cooks off, leaving behind the flavor.

How long should the Bolognaise sauce simmer?

The sauce should simmer for at least two hours, although traditionally it can be cooked for up to three hours to allow the flavors to meld.

What type of pasta is typically used with Bolognaise sauce?

Spaghetti is the traditional pasta used with Bolognaise sauce.

How is the pasta cooked for this dish?

Pasta is cooked in a large pot of boiling, salted water until it reaches al dente, which is firm to the bite.

How is the final dish served?

The pasta is served with a generous portion of Bolognaise sauce, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves for garnish.