Rigatoni Bolognese

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Vero Gusto Heritage Marinara
• 1 box Barilla Collezione Rigatoni
• 1 celery stalk
• 1 carrot
• 1/2 onion
• 4 ounces Italian Pancetta
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef 80% lean
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

Directions

1. In a blender, process the vegetables and pancetta until they are finely ground.
2. Add the ingredients and olive oil to a medium sized pot and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
3. Add meat and brown well, about 15 minutes. Deglaze with the white wine; evaporate completely then cover with water. Add Vero Gusto and bring sauce to a simmer.
4. Cook for approximately 2 hours, the sauce should be thick and the meat should be very tender.
5. Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
6. Toss pasta with sauce then remove from heat and add the cheese.