Straw and Hay Tagliatelle with Rabbit Ragù

Name: Straw and Hay Tagliatelle with Rabbit Ragù
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Egg Tagliatelle pasta straw and hay 8.8 oz; Minced rabbit 1.3 lbs; Tomato purée 1 ½ cup; Celery 1 rib; Carrots 1; Onions 1; Garlic 1 clove; White wine 0.4 cup; Vegetable broth hot ¾ cup; Sage to taste; Rosemary to taste; Thyme to taste; Extra virgin olive oil 4 spoonfuls; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Paglia e fieno tagliatelle with rabbit ragu is like bringing a tender, homey vibe right from Emilia-Romagna to your dinner table. I mean, really. The golden and green pasta strands, also known as "straw and hay," burst with color. Honestly, they remind me of spring and those big family Easter feasts. So... Look, this isn’t just any Italian pasta recipe—it is pretty much the kind of traditional Italian dish everyone looks forward to when the weather gets warmer, and families gather around. Can't go wrong with that. The paglia e fieno noodles pair perfectly with the moist rabbit sauce. It's cooked until everything is super, super soft, and all the flavors blend beautifully.

Rabbit ragu? It's a classic in this region. People love it because it’s just as tasty as a slow-cooked beef sauce but comes together way, way faster. You get that savory meat flavor without the all-day wait. And, you know, the rabbit ragu has a lighter touch compared to a heavy Bolognese, but it still feels special enough for any celebration.

Families often choose this dish for Easter or big gatherings because it feels both festive and cozy. Here’s the thing: what makes this pasta different is how the ragu clings to the tagliatelle. Every bite is a mix of tender meat and those silky noodles. In Emilia-Romagna, rabbit ragu shows up on all kinds of pasta varieties, like penne or lasagne, but pairing it with paglia e fieno? That's a real treat. Plus, it shows off the fun side of authentic Italian cuisine. The way the ragu’s rich and savory notes balance with the fresh pasta is just so so good. It's the kind of meal you serve when you want guaranteed smiles at the table. Honestly, with these familiar flavors and a bit of holiday flair, this dish makes any family gathering feel extra special, whether it’s Easter or just a Sunday dinner. And look, the versatility of rabbit ragu means you can totally experiment with different pasta types, ensuring a new and exciting meal every time. For real.

How to prepare Straw and Hay Tagliatelle with Rabbit Ragù

To prepare the straw and hay tagliatelle with rabbit ragù, first chop the carrot, celery, and onion. Heat a drizzle of oil with a clove of garlic in a pan, then add the ground rabbit meat 1, season with salt and pepper 2. Sauté the meat over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Then add the chopped vegetables 3 and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.

Now remove the garlic clove 4 and deglaze with the white wine 5. Once the alcohol has completely evaporated, you can add the tomato puree 6.

Mix well 7, add the hot broth 8, and the bundled aromatic herbs 9. Let it cook for 70 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring often and adding more broth or water if necessary.

At this point, remove the aromatic herbs 10 and adjust the salt and pepper 11. Cook the straw and hay tagliatelle in salted boiling water 12.

Drain and transfer them directly into the sauce 13. Mix well 14 and serve. Complete with a grind of pepper and some thyme leaves. Your straw and hay tagliatelle are ready to be served 15!

Storage

We recommend serving the pasta immediately; if you have leftovers, you can heat them in the oven with a bit of béchamel before serving.

The rabbit ragù can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days.

Advice

If you prefer a saucier ragù, increase the amount of tomato puree by 1 cup (about 7 oz).

If you prefer a white ragù, omit the puree and increase the amount of broth.

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Straw and Hay Tagliatelle with Rabbit Ragù

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Straw and Hay Tagliatelle with Rabbit Ragù

Storage

Advice

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