Morningwood Farm's "Passionate Bolognese"

Imagine a balmy evening under the Tuscan moon, where love and marinara mingle in the air. But this isn't Italy; this is your kitchen, ignited by the fiery embrace of Morningwood Farm's Wakey Wakey Sauce. Enter the "Passionate Bolognese," a dish born from a sultry challenge between lovers to create a pasta that could rival their passion. As the sauce simmers, so does the atmosphere, each bubble bursting with the heat of the moment. This isn't just dinner; it's an edible sonnet, where Wakey Wakey sauce dances tantalizingly with traditional Italian flavors to create a Bolognese so rich, so fiery, it might just make you fall in love all over again.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, finely diced
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 1 cup red wine (something you’d enjoy drinking!)
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/4 cup Wakey Wakey hot sauce (adjust based on your heat preference)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
• Cooked spaghetti, to serve

Recipe:

1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large, heavy pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened—about 10 minutes.
2. Brown the Meat: Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the ground meat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and crumbly.
3. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Allow to simmer until the wine has reduced by half.
4. Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Wakey Wakey hot sauce, milk, dried basil, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce gently bubble away for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it cooks, the better it gets.
5. Prepare Pasta: While your sauce simmers to perfection, cook your spaghetti according to package instructions.
6. Serve with Love: Toss the cooked spaghetti with the Bolognese sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan.

Wine Pairing: A bold Chianti complements the rich flavors and fiery kick of the Bolognese. Its acidity and robust body perfectly balance the spice and depth of the sauce, rounding out a meal that’s as passionate as it is delicious.

This recipe isn’t just a meal; it’s a love story served on a plate, with each forkful rekindling the warmth of a night spent in laughter and love. Enjoy the Passionate Bolognese, where every bite is a spicy kiss from Morningwood Farm