It gives the sauce plenty of texture and a deep flavour, while the tomatoes, thyme, garlic and red wine bring everything together. And the best part? The recipe takes only around 15 minutes, making it perfect for those days when dinner needs to be both easy and delicious.
About MATR
MATR Mince is made from organic ingredients that develop their distinctive flavour and texture through fermentation.
Its loose texture makes MATR Mince particularly well suited to sauces. In a ragù, it distributes naturally throughout the tomatoes and vegetables while still holding its texture as the sauce simmers.
How to make ragù pappardelle with MATR
Start with the base for your ragù:
- Finely chop the garlic, onions and sun-dried tomatoes. Dice the carrot into small pieces and set it aside for later.
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan or deep frying pan over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes together with a pinch of salt.
- Sauté the mixture until the onions are soft and translucent. This creates a good base for the rest of the sauce.
Build the ragù sauce:
- Add the tomato purée, thyme, MATR Mince and soy sauce to the pan. Stir everything together well so the MATR is evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
- Let the mixture cook for around 5 minutes. This gives the MATR, tomato and spices time to come together and develop flavour.
- Pour in the red wine, add the bay leaves and let the sauce simmer until the wine has reduced by about half.
- Add the vegetable stock, cherry tomatoes and carrot. Let the ragù simmer over low to medium heat for a further 5-10 minutes.
Cook the pappardelle:
- Cook the pappardelle according to the instructions on the packet.
- Combine the pasta and ragù. Drain the pasta, then gently toss the pappardelle with the hot ragù so the sauce coats the wide ribbons of pasta.
Divide the ragù pappardelle between deep plates. Top with fresh basil and, if you like, a little Parmesan. Serve while the dish is still hot.
What to serve with ragù pappardelle
Ragù pappardelle is a rich and intense dish on its own. Therefore, a few simple light side dishes can balance the meal quite well.
Classic sides:
- Green salad with lemon and olive oil.
- Rocket with Parmesan and balsamic.
- Grilled or toasted bread with olive oil.
- Tomato salad with basil.
- Roasted vegetables with rosemary.
Greener, modern alternatives:
- Fennel salad with lemon and parsley.
- Fried broccoli with garlic.
- Kale salad with lemon and toasted nuts.
- Roasted courgette and aubergine.
- Crisp radicchio salad with vinaigrette.
Why make ragù pappardelle with MATR?
Ragù is one of those dishes where MATR Mince fits perfectly. Its loose texture spreads naturally throughout the sauce, while the deep umami from fermentation works especially well with tomato, red wine, garlic and thyme.
MATR uses fermentation of vegetables to create flavour and texture. This means we do not use any additives or other E-numbers to shape our products.
If you are looking for healthy dishes or recipes without ultra-processed food, this ragù is a great place to start.
Ready for ragù pappardelle with MATR?
Craving a warm pasta dish that does not take all evening to make? Find MATR Mince at a supermarket near you, pick up a pack of pappardelle and some good tomatoes, and you can quickly put together a dish that is sure to become a favourite with your guests.
Find MATR in a supermarket near you, continue reading and learning more about our products, or discover more healthy dishes and easy dinner ideas in our recipe collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is ragù pappardelle?
Ragù pappardelle is an Italian pasta dish made with wide ribbons of pappardelle served with a rich ragù sauce. In this MATR version, the sauce is made with MATR Mince, tomato, red wine, carrot and thyme.
What is the difference between ragù and bolognese?
Ragù is a general term for Italian slow-cooked sauces made with a rich base, vegetables and often tomato or wine. Ragù alla bolognese is a specific type of ragù from Bologna.
Which pasta works best with ragù?
Wide pasta shapes such as pappardelle work particularly well with a rich ragù because their broad surface gives the sauce plenty to cling to.
Is this ragù vegetarian?
Yes. This version of ragù pappardelle uses MATR Mince instead of meat. Parmesan is optional, so choose a cheese that suits your preferences.
How does vegetable fermentation work?
During fermentation, microorganisms transform the ingredients and change their flavour and texture. At MATR, fermentation is the process that helps create the characteristic umami flavour and texture of our products.
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