Rich Mushroom and Lentil Ragu Recipe (2024)

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I told you this was pasta week

Oh did you miss my last post? I realised I was posting three pasta recipes this week. A roasted vegetable pea pasta bake, a creamy spinach and basil pasta and this rich ragu which I served with tagliatelle.

Don't worry we have eaten other meals in between.

We haven't just lived on pasta this week.

We've had carrot, lentil and spinach soup, vegetable packed pizza and an aubergine dish with potatoes and asparagus.

One night it all went to pot and we gave up and ate chips (fries my American friends)in paper from the local chip shop with quickly heated baked beans. Yes, even food bloggers have nights like that. And everyone needs a 'chippie' now and again!

also try -Creamy Lemon Basil Spaghetti

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Tinned or freshly cooked lentils?

I have to admit I use a mixture of tinned (canned) lentils and freshly cooked, although I lean more towards tinned lentils.

I add fresh red lentils to soups, stews and dal, but if I'm using green, puy or beluga lentils I tend to buy them tinned or in ready to eat pouches.

For this dish I used Napolina tinned lentils which are brown lentils in water. They are part of a new range from Napolina, that well known Italian brand. They have also introduced two ready to use sugar free jarred pasta sauces,tomato passata, extra virgin olive oil spray and two varieties of gluten-free pasta (green pea and red lentil).

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Related - Richly Braised Lentils

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What is a ragu?

A ragu is an Italian meat sauce for pasta. What we call bolognaise or bolognese in this country is what would be known as a ragu in Italy. Ragu was originally created forPope Pio VII by his chefAlberto Alvisi in the 18th century.

Veggie Ragu

For a vegetarian or vegan ragu you can replace the meat with vegetarian (soya) mince or lentils. I replaced the meat with lentils in my mushroom and lentil ragu, but I usually add veggie mince to my bolognaise.



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Related - Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

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Which pasta is served with Ragu?

Another ragu (or bologanise fact) is that it is always served with tagliatelle in Italy, never spaghetti. Spaghetti bolognaise was introduced by Italians living in the UK for the British palate. I serve this ragu with tagliatelle the Italian way. The sauce really coats the pasta.


Absolutely delicious!

Also try -Aubergine, Asparagus and Chilli Spaghetti

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Calories and Nutritional Values for Mushroom Ragu

This mushroom ragu has only 132 calories when divided into 6 portions and 199 calories when divided into 4 portions. Add 66 calories for 50g of tagliatelle and that is 198 calories with paasta when the sauce is divided into 6 portions and only 265 calories with pasta when the sauce is divided into 4 portions.

The sauce is low in fat and a great source of protein. It also contains iron, potassium and a little iron.

It's perfect if you are following the new 5:2 diet, counting calories or just watching your weight.

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Rich Mushroom and Lentil Ragu Recipe

A rich mushroom and lentil ragu served with tagliatelle the Italian way. An easy your family and friends will love. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

prep time: 10 minscook time: 35 minstotal time: 45 mins

ingredients


  • 1 tbspolive oil

  • 1onion, finely chopped

  • 1 clovegarlic, crushed

  • 300g largeflat mushrooms, finely chopped

  • 400g tinbrown lentils, drained and rinsed

  • a generous glug ofred wine

  • 1 ½ tspdried thyme

  • 400g tinchopped tomatoes

  • 3 tbsptomato puree

  • 1vegetable stock cube

  • a good grinding ofsalt and pepper

instructions


  1. In a large pan, saute the onion and garlic in the
    olive oil until soft.

  2. Add the mushrooms and cook those until they are soft too, then add the lentils, chopped tomatoes, thyme, wine and tomato puree. Crumble in the stock cube and stir well.

  3. Leave it to cook gently for 25-30 minutes until the sauce is rich and thick.

  4. Season with salt and pepper and serve with freshly cooked tagliatelle.

  5. Enjoy!

NOTES:

Calories for the ragu are 132 calories for 6 portions and 199 calorie for 4 portions. Add 66 calories for 50g tagliatelle per person.

calories
132

fat (grams)
3

sat. fat (grams)
1.4

carbs (grams)
17.4

protein (grams)
7.2

sugar (grams)
3.3

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Disclosure: I created this recipe to highlight new products from Napolina. I was not expected to write a positive review and any opinions expressed are my own.

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FAQs

How many calories in a mushroom ragu? ›

1 serving of mushroom ragu w/ fettuccine contains 662 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 55% carbs, 32% fat, and 13% protein. This is a good source of protein (38% of your Daily Value), fiber (19% of your Daily Value), and potassium (12% of your Daily Value).

What is tomato ragout? ›

One of the most popular and beloved recipes in Italy, ragù is a sauce made from tomatoes and ground or chopped meat, which is cooked for a long time. It is normally made with tomato sauce, celery, onions and carrots, ground beef and/or pork, some white wine and aromatic herbs like basil and bay leaf.

How many calories are in lentil ragu? ›

Nutritional Information
Typical Valueswhen heated according to instructions Per 100gwhen heated according to instructions Per 400g Serving
Energy545kJ / 129kcal2180kJ/ 516kcal
Fat2.8g11.2g
of which saturates0.4g1.6g
Carbohydrate20.5g82g
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How many calories are in homemade Ragu? ›

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 308 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 800mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein.

What's the difference between ragù and ragout? ›

Most of us are at least familiar with Sauce Bolognese, a classic tomato-based Ragù usually made with ground beef. The French ragout is a simmered stew of fish, meat, or vegetables. While it could be served with pasta or other starches such as couscous or polenta, it can definitely stand on its own.

What's the difference between a ragù and a bolognese? ›

Even though both are considered meat sauces and are thusly chunky, ragù is more like a thick tomato sauce with recognizable bits of ground beef within it. Bolognese, though, is creamier and thicker because it is made with milk. It is not considered to be a tomato sauce.

What do Italians call ragù? ›

Here's the gist: the two ways Italians say “sauce” in Italian are salsa and/or sugo. Both words translate as “sauce” but never as “gravy.” Ragù doesn't even translate as “gravy” but comes close enough since it involves meat which is what people really mean when they say “gravy” (my personal opinion).

How many calories are in pasta with mushroom sauce? ›

Sam's Choice
Nutrition Facts
For a Serving Size of 0.75 cup (80g)
How many calories are in Penne Pasta With Mushroom Sauce? Amount of calories in Penne Pasta With Mushroom Sauce: Calories 300Calories from Fat 40.5 (13.5%)
% Daily Value *
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How many calories are in mushroom sauce? ›

There are 78 calories in 1 serving (50 ml) of Coles Mushroom Sauce. Calorie Breakdown: 86% fat, 9% carbs, 6% prot.

How many calories in a bowl of Ragu pasta? ›

Energy: 139 calories
Protein5.4g
Carbs26.2g
Fat1g

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