Pasta Bolognese With Cheese

Pasta Bolognese With Cheese


1. Fry the onion, garlic, carrot and celery in the olive oil until softened.

2. Add the bacon and fry for 3-4 minutes.

3. Add the mushrooms, fry for 2 minutes, then fry the beef until brown.

4. Add the wine, tomato paste, 3 tablespoons water, tomatoes and the sprig of fresh thyme; bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Preheat the oven to 400 F; Cook the pasta.

6. Meanwhile, place the milk, butter and flour in a saucepan; heat gently, whisking until thickened.

7. Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses and season.

8. Drain the pasta and stir into the cheese sauce; uncover the Bolognese sauce and boil rapidly for 2 minutes.

9. Spoon the sauce into a casserole; top with the pasta mixture and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan.

10. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden; Garnish with basil and serve hot.

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