Indulge in a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to preparing the ultimate slow-roasted pork veal ragu with pappardelle noodles. This classic Italian dish combines the rich flavors of pork and veal with a savory ragu sauce, creating a hearty and flavorful meal that is sure to impress. Join us as we explore the secrets behind this traditional recipe and provide you with step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and delightful variations to elevate your culinary skills and delight the taste buds of your family and friends.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PAPPARDELLE WITH VEAL AND PORK RAGU
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Stir in the mushrooms, onions, carrots, celery, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes. Add the diced tomato and cook until soft, about 5 minutes more.
- 2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the veal and pork. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it is no longer pink. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the wine and cook until the wine is reduced by half. Add the canned tomatoes, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer, uncovered, 40 minutes; stir occasionally and adjust the heat if necessary so the sauce simmers gently.
- 3. When ready to serve, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain. Meanwhile, stir the cream into the sauce, lower the heat, and cook 5 minutes more. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Add the pasta to the sauce and mix well. Serve garnished with basil.
PORK RAGOUT WITH PAPPARDELLE PASTA
The secret ingredient in this recipe is time (although there's thyme too). Letting the pork slowly braise in the tomato sauce builds a deep and rich flavor. We loved this served over pappardelle but it's great with cavatelli too. Make it for four or serve just two for a special dinner and you'll have some much appreciated leftovers.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 3h15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, salt both sides of each rib, then add to the pot and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic, carrot, celery, onion, bell pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stir to combine and then partially cover with a lid. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft, about 6 minutes. Add the wine, bay leaves, thyme, crushed red pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer until most of the wine has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Nestle in the browned ribs (and any accumulated juices), then add the crushed tomatoes and 1 1/2 cups of water (it's nice to rinse the tomato can out with water and then use 1 1/2 cups of that "tomato water"). Bring to a high simmer, then adjust to a low simmer and cover the pot partially with the lid. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and falling apart and the sauce has reduced, about 2 hours. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the pot and add back into the sauce. Remove the pieces of pork and let them cool slightly; finely shred the meat, then stir back into the sauce. The sauce can now be finished and served or it can be cooled down, refrigerated and reheated the next day.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking water.
- Stir the parsley into the sauce and adjust the seasoning to taste with salt. Thin out with a little of the reserved pasta water and stir in the torn basil. Divide the cooked pasta among bowls and top each with some ragout. Drizzle each bowl with a little olive oil, top with a generous amount of Parmesan and garnish with a few basil leaves.
SLOW-COOKER PORK RAGU
This slow-cooked pasta sauce goes well beyond the average spaghetti topper with all-day slow-cooked flavor. Pork shoulder, bacon and aromatic vegetables cook in a crushed tomato sauce and thicken to a hearty, rich consistency that pairs well with rigatoni pasta in particular. Make it a day ahead when you have some extra time, and let the flavors mellow and meld-or just be sure to save some leftovers! This take on a classic Italian sauce is sure to impress your dinner table regulars and special guests alike.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- In 5-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp. With slotted spoon, remove bacon to small bowl.
- Season pork with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Add half of the pork to bacon drippings in Dutch oven, and cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. With slotted spoon, remove pork from Dutch oven to slow cooker. Repeat with remaining pork.
- Add onions, carrots, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to Dutch oven; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened. Stir in garlic and oregano; cook 30 seconds. Add broth; heat to simmering, stirring to remove brown bits on bottom. Transfer mixture to slow cooker with pork. Stir in tomatoes and bacon.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until pork is tender and easily falls apart. Before serving, shred pork with two forks. Serve over cooked pasta. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Cup Ragu and 3/4 Cup Pasta, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- For the most flavorful ragu, use a combination of ground pork and ground pork shoulder. The shoulder meat is fattier, which will add richness and depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when browning the pork. This will prevent the meat from cooking evenly and will result in a watery sauce.
- Be patient when simmering the ragu. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful it will become. At least 2 hours is ideal, but you can simmer it for up to 4 hours for an even richer flavor.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Fresh vegetables, good quality meat, and a flavorful broth will all contribute to a delicious ragu.
- Serve the ragu with a side of crusty bread or pasta. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
This slow-roasted pork ragu with pappardelle noodles is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The pork is slow-cooked until it is fall-apart tender, and the ragu is rich and flavorful. The pappardelle noodles are the perfect accompaniment to the ragu, and they soak up all of the delicious sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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