Neapolitan Ragù with Olives Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 pound ground veal
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion is translucent.
3. Add ground beef, pork, and veal. Cook until browned, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon.
4. Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, red wine, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Add chopped olives and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
7. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Low heat
Serving size:
- 6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 437
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 33g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey can be substituted for the ground beef, pork, and veal.
- Green olives can be substituted for black olives.

Variations:
- Add diced carrots and celery to the onion and garlic mixture for added flavor.
- Use white wine instead of red wine for a lighter sauce.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat while cooking.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- If the sauce is too thick, add more beef broth or water.

Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of red wine, such as Chianti or Sangiovese.

Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic bread
- Caesar salad
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered for an additional 30 minutes to thicken.
- If the sauce is too thick, add more beef broth or water.

Food safety advice:
- Cook ground meat to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Ragù is a meat-based sauce that originated in Italy. It is typically served over pasta.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, meaty, tangy, salty

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot over pasta or with crusty bread.

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Region: Italian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Herbal, Rich, Meaty, Umami