Pasta al ragù alla Bolognese
Pasta al ragù alla Bolognese is a classic Italian dish from Bologna, featuring a rich, slow-cooked meat sauce traditionally served with fresh tagliatelle. Its core ingredients include ground beef and pork, soffritto (onion, carrot, celery), tomatoes, wine, and milk or cream, all simmered together for depth of flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the pasta, protein from the meat, and fats from the sauce. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing approximately 500-700 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 600 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.0 mcg |
| Potassium | 600 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a Sunday family meal in Italy, and nutritionally, the slow cooking of the meat with acidic tomatoes and dairy helps tenderize the protein and create a more digestible, nutrient-rich sauce.
