Mary Berry's bolognese pasta bake recipe is 'super easy' to make
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Pasta bakes are a firm family favourite for their easy-to-adapt nature, perfect for whatever's lurking in the fridge. Mary Berry's iteration of a bolognese pasta bake has garnered over 30 glowing five-star reviews, making it a hit in homes nationwide. The popular cook's recipe notes highlight: "This bolognese pasta bake can be assembled ahead, ready to pop in the oven.".
She shares her secret: "My method of frying the mushrooms ensures they stay firm and flavourful, not soft and soggy. You will need a large, shallow ovenproof dish, about 1.7 litres or three pints capacity.". The cooking method is simple; start by sizzling the onions and celery in hot olive oil in a deep pan for roughly three minutes until softened. Throw in the mince, crumbling it brown with a wooden spoon, reports the Express.
Stir in the garlic and tomato puree before adding the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and jelly. Pour in enough beef stock to comfortably cover the meat, depending on the size of your pan, and season well with salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and let it simmer over low heat for 30 to 35 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan. Melt the butter in a frying pan with a lid before adding the mushrooms and frying over high heat for a minute, then cover with the lid and cook for another two. Remove the lid and fry for two minutes on high heat, until the liquid has evaporated.
