Pappardelle with pork and port
This bolognese is made with leftover Christmas port, which gives it a rich and intense flavour. If you don’t like pork mince, try it with beef or turkey instead.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and add the onion, celery and carrot. Cook for 5-6 minutes until beginning to soften. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the mince to the pan and break up with a wooden spoon. Stir for 3-4 minutes until brown all over.
Sprinkle over the oregano and rosemary and add the chestnut mushrooms. Cook for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften, then pour in the port. Turn the heat up and bubble for 2 minutes.
Pour in the chopped tomatoes, fill one of the empty cartons with water and swirl into the pan, then bring to the boil. Turn down the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is rich and thickened slightly.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to pack instructions. Drain, toss with the bolognese and sprinkle the parmesan on top.