Bison and Mushroom Ragu
 
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Serves: 12
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 pounds ground bison (or beef)
  • 1 large onion, chopped finely
  • 3 28-ounce cans of high quality Italian tomatoes, crushed by hand
  • 3 tablespoons of dried parsley
  • 4 cups cooked mushrooms
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2-3 rinds from Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium high heat; add the meat and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned.
  2. Add the onion, tomatoes, parsley, and mushrooms and bring to a simmer. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add the cheese rinds, submerging them into the ragu. Reduce heat and simmer for 30-60 minutes.
  3. Adjust seasoning and remove cheese rinds before serving. Serve ragu over polenta or toss with pasta.
Recipe by Cooking With MicheleĀ® at https://cookingwithmichele.com/2022/04/bison-and-mushroom-ragu/