30-60 mins
Make-Ahead
Over 1 hour
Quick & Easy
Under 15 mins
Under 30 mins
Copycat Olive Garden Braised Beef Bolognese
An exceptional bolognese sauce crafted with high-quality ingredients and a slow braising technique for unparalleled depth of flavor.
Total Time
360
Yield
6
Calories
800 cal
Difficulty
Hard
Cuisine
Italian
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What You'll Need
Equipment:
Dutch oven, Wooden spoon, Measuring cups and spoons •
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Instructions
Season the short ribs generously with salt and pepper. Sear in a Dutch oven with olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Brown the ground beef in the same pot. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the Sofrito ingredients, including pancetta, to the pot and cook until softened, about 10-12 minutes.
Deglaze the pot with the Barolo wine, scraping up any browned bits. Let the wine reduce by half.
Return the short ribs to the pot. Stir in the Sauce ingredients. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and braise for at least 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it braises, the more tender the beef and flavorful the sauce will become.
Remove the short ribs and shred the meat. Return the shredded meat to the sauce.
Stir in the Finishing ingredients during the last 15 minutes of cooking. Add butter for richness.
Serve hot over fresh pasta, garnished with additional Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
