Homemade Bolognese Sauce (Print View)

Classic Bolognese simmered with beef, pork, and vegetables for a rich, hearty sauce.

# Components:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1/2 pound ground pork
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Aromatics

04 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 carrots, finely chopped
06 - 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Tomato Base

08 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
09 - 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

→ Liquids

10 - 1 cup milk or cream
11 - 1 cup red wine

→ Herbs and Seasonings

12 - 2 bay leaves
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - Salt, to taste
16 - Black pepper, to taste

→ For Serving

17 - Grated Parmesan cheese

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Add ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Brown the meats, breaking them apart with a spoon, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until fully cooked and no pink remains.
04 - Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let the wine simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until it reduces slightly.
05 - Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the paste is blended and aromatic.
06 - Add crushed tomatoes, milk or cream, bay leaves, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
07 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 90 to 120 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve hot over cooked pasta, finished with grated Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday supermarket ingredients so you do not need a specialty store
  • Simmered for hours for deep, traditional flavor
  • Excellent for meal prep or freezing for busy nights
  • Easily makes enough to feed a crowd or for fantastic leftovers
02 -
  • High in protein and loaded with vegetables
  • Classic Italian recipe that stands up to freezing and reheating
  • Perfect base for all sorts of pasta dishes
03 -
  • Brown your meat until you see little caramelized bits for extra flavor
  • Stir often but gently while simmering so nothing sticks to the bottom and the sauce develops richness
  • Always finish with fresh grated Parmesan for the ultimate savory pop

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