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Old June 5th, 2006, 10:25 PM
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Default Re: Olive Garden Recipes

Tortelloni Bolognese



2 lb(s) Torelloni
2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Onion, small and finely chopped
1 Carrot, medium and finely chopped
1 Celery stick, finely chopped
2 clove(s) Garlic, finely chopped
8 oz Ground beef
6 oz Italian sausage, casing removed
1 cup(s) Red wine
2 1/2 cup(s) Plum tomatoes, chopped and crushed
1 tsp Rosemary, chopped
1 tsp Sage, chopped
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Parmesan cheese, freshly grated



Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add celery, carrot, onion, garlic and cook gently for 5 minutes or until translucent.

Add beef and sausage to saucepan. Using spatula, break meat into small pieces. Cook 10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally

Add wine and stir to deglaze pan; reduce until wine is evaporated. Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients. Simmer slowly for 1 hour.

Cook tortelloni according to package directions; drain. Toss hot pasta in sauce. Top with parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
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