Pasta Bolognese
I am a mom of two young adults with cystic fibrosis. This is a meaty, hearty, fatty dish that both my kids enjoy. I ran into two "real" Italian women who told me how to make it years ago and it's been a favorite ever since.
by Emma C.
Nutrition information
Servings: 8
Amount per serving
- 910
Calories - 500 mg
Sodium - 43g
Protein - 272mg
Calcium
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb ground veal
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves of minced garlic
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 pt half & half
- 1 c shredded parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 lb pasta
- 4 Tbsp butter
- Salt & fresh-cracked pepper to taste
- Add All Ingredients
Recipe tips and notes
Tip from Suzanne Michel: Adding cooked, finely chopped vegetables would increase nutrient value.
Instructions
Step 1
In a large non-stick skillet or soup-pot, cook all 3 meats together.
Step 2
Drain fat.
Step 3
Add olive oil and onions and sauté until onions are translucent.
Step 4
Add garlic and sauté for about 4 minutes.
Step 5
Add chunks of cream cheese to melt in and then add the half & half, parmesan cheese, Italian herbs and salt & pepper.
Step 6
In the meantime, have a large pot of boiling water on for the pasta.
Step 7
Cook the pasta (any variety/shape) according to package directions.
Step 8
Drain and return pasta to pot that has the 4 tablespoons of butter in it.
Step 9
Toss cooked pasta with melted butter.
Step 10
Plate each dish with pasta and top with Bolognese sauce.
