Fettuccine bolognese recipe with caramelised fennel, pesto and burrata

Fettuccine bolognese recipe with caramelised fennel, pesto and burrata

  • Step 1

    Heat a large heavy-based frying pan over high heat. Add 1 tbsp of oil, the sugar, vinegar, fennel (but not the fronds) and onion and cook for 6 minutes, or until starting to colour.

  • Step 2

    Add the mince to the pan, season with salt and pepper and cook for 6 minutes, breaking up with a wooden spoon.

  • Step 3

    Add the tomatoes, red wine, tomato paste and bay leaves. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, or until reduced slightly. Remove and discard the bay leaves.

  • Step 4

    Meanwhile, make the parsley pesto by combining the parsley, fennel seeds, parmesan, reserved fennel fronds and remaining oil in a small blender and blend until smooth.

  • Step 5

    Cook the pasta in salted boiling water for 6-8 minutes, or until al dente. Drain.

  • Step 6

    Serve the pasta topped with bolognese, a dollop of pesto and burrata.