BAKED BOLOGNESE

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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef
4 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Couple dashes red chili flakes
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
Sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 stick butter
1 large onion
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/3 cup white wine, optional
1 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
Dash ground nutmeg or ground cinnamon
2 cups grated three-cheese blend, divided
1 pound parcooked rigatoni

Steps:

  • For the tomato sauce:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add oil to large skillet over high heat. Add ground beef and saute, breaking up the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Add garlic, oregano and chili flakes and cook a couple minutes. Add tomatoes and season, to taste, with sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • For the bechamel:
  • In a large saucepan melt butter over medium-high heat until bubbling. Add onions and saute until translucent. Sprinkle with flour, stirring constantly and cook until the mixture begins to thicken. Gradually whisk in the wine, if using, and then gradually whisk in the milk and nutmeg and cook until smooth, thick and creamy. Combine the meat sauce and pasta, and then pour in half the pasta mixture. Spoon half the bechamel over the pasta and top with half the cheese. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Bake 30 to 45 minutes until browned and bubbly.

Looshie Loosh
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Millie Forts
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This baked bolognese is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


Hamad Mughal
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I love how easy this recipe is. I was able to throw everything together in about 30 minutes and it was in the oven. The hardest part was waiting for it to bake!


Arohi Islam
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This recipe is a keeper! The bolognese sauce is so delicious and the baked pasta is a great way to change up the classic dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Karen Mowbray
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I've made this baked bolognese several times now and it's always a hit. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I especially love the cheesy topping. It's the perfect comfort food.


N M KING ALONE
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This baked bolognese is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love that I can just throw everything in a pan and let it bake in the oven. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together.