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Sofritto Ragu

Classic soffritto base with beef and pork, slow cooked into a rich Italian ragu.

8person

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Sofritto Ragu — AI-generated illustration

Ingredients

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan.
  2. Add celery, onion, carrot, garlic and pancetta.
  3. Cook gently until soft but not browned (this is your sofritto base).
  4. Add beef and pork mince.
  5. Pour in milk and chopped tomatoes.
  6. Break up the meat with a spoon and mix everything together.
  7. Add herbs, stock cubes and red wine.
  8. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove lid and cook for another 30–60 minutes until thick and rich.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning.

The longer it cooks, the deeper the flavour gets.