This rich meat sauce with beef, pork, and pancetta is perfect for serving with your favorite pasta. Choose a hearty cut that will stand up to the weight of the sauce, and don't forget the freshly-grated cheese on top!This recipe was developed and tested using the Instant Pot 6-quart Duo Plus.
cooked tagliatelle, pappardelle, or your favorite pasta, for serving
Instructions
Heat olive oil in the Instant Pot insert on the hottest sauté setting. Add onions, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Add ground beef, pork, and pancetta to the Instant Pot with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ½ teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper. Sauté, breaking up meats with a spoon, until browned and most of the juices have evaporated.
Add garlic and tomato paste to the Instant Pot, and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Deglaze the insert with red wine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, until most of the wine has evaporated.
Stir in crushed tomatoes in purée, water, and ¼ cup chopped parsley. Bring to a simmer. Place lid on Instant pot, seal, and set the unit to HIGH pressure for 20 minutes.
Quick release pressure and carefully lift lid when the float drops. Switch the Instant Pot to the lowest heat sauté setting and bring to a bubble. Simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce is thickened to your desired consistency.
Stir in heavy cream, remaining ¼ cup chopped parsley, and ground nutmeg (if using). Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Toss with cooked pasta, adding a splash of pasta water to help the sauce coat, and serve with freshly-grated Parmigiano Reggiano on the top.
Notes
For the best flavor and texture of this sauce, crushed San Marzano tomatoes are key. Other crushed tomato varieties, or those packed in a more watery juice instead of purée, will yield a thinner, less flavorful sauce.Make ahead: Bolognese sauce can be stored in airtight containers for 3-4 days in the refrigerator, or 3-4 months in the freezer.