Help! Do I need to cook this for longer if I’m doubling the recipe?

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Unforgotten · 24/08/2018 09:46

Sorry, I probably should know this .

I’m making this ragu recipe but doubling the ingredients as I’m making for 6 (with a bit to freeze).

Do I need to extend the cooking time do you think?

Thanks!

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RaininSummer · 24/08/2018 09:59

I dont think so. It may take slightly longer to reach a simmer but once there I guess it all cooks evenly. Ragu benefits from long slow cooking anyway.

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Unforgotten · 24/08/2018 10:05

Fab, thanks! I’m planning on making it ahead and then reheating tomorrow or Sunday anyway.

Would that be OK do you think?

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Ginslinger · 24/08/2018 11:45

You don't need to cook it for longer as Raininsummer says - and it will be fine kept chilled until Sunday and will probably be better for being kept.

Anonymumm · 24/08/2018 11:47

As others have said, no need to cook for longer, will be absolutely fine on Sunday, I bet the flavours will have developed even more by then too - yum!

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Unforgotten · 24/08/2018 12:11

Great. Thanks all!

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TheDogsMother · 24/08/2018 12:29

Definitely long slow cooking, 3 or 4 hours on really low and it's even better the next day. Yummmm enjoy !

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Unforgotten · 26/08/2018 15:34

Sorry, me again!

How’s it best to reheat please?

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