A rich, flavorful Bolognese sauce made with ground beef, tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables. This classic Italian dish is perfect over pasta for a comforting dinner.
🔥 Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 45 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 1 hour | 🍴 Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Pasta of your choice
Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the meat: In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the veggies: Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Simmer the sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, red wine, tomato paste, and dried basil. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the milk or cream for richness and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Pour the sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil.
“A traditional Italian Bolognese sauce that’s rich, savory, and perfect over pasta!”
Tips & Variations:
- Make it vegetarian: Use lentils or mushrooms instead of beef for a plant-based option.
- Use fresh herbs: Add fresh oregano or thyme for a more fragrant flavor.
- Make ahead: This sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (1/6 of the recipe):
Calories: 500
Fat: 30g
Carbs: 25g
Protein: 35g
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