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Bolognese Sauce: Discover the Secret to Authentic Flavor

A rich and flavorful Bolognese sauce made with a blend of ground meats, vegetables, and herbs, perfect for serving over pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving optional

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Pour in the milk and let it simmer until it has mostly evaporated, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  5. Add the white wine and let it simmer until reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook uncovered for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. For a richer flavor, simmer for up to 3 hours, adding a bit of water if the sauce gets too thick.
  8. Serve the Bolognese sauce over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, try adding a bay leaf during the simmering process and remove it before serving.
  • You can also substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of the sauce.

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