Nonna’s Bolognese Ragu
Bolognese ragu the type of sauce you want to have on a cold winter evening when you crave Italian from your favorite local restaurant, but you’ve already opened a Barolo and changed into loungewear. If you plan ahead, that craving can totally be met without a lot of fuss. Who needs to go out? Light a fire. Put Frank on the turntable and relax. Cook a little polenta or pasta, toss a few greens with a light vinaigrette and warm up this decadent sauce you made on your day off. (Look at how clever you are!) It’s one of my all time favorite things to make ahead… the results are always rewarding. Here’s the how: Ingredients 3 pounds, pot roast, cut into big chunks or lean stew beef 1pound boneless Pork chops, chunked or lean pork stew meat Olive oil, if needed Pinch or two, red pepper flakes (RPF) 1 large Onion, chopped 3 whole stalks celery, diced 3 large carrots, diced 4-5 large cloves Garlic, minced Small can tomato pa...
