Homemade Bolognese Sauce (Printable Version)
Rich, hearty meat sauce made with ground beef, pork, vegetables, and simmered with wine and tomatoes for deep flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat
01 -
1 lb ground beef
02 -
1/2 lb ground pork
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
03 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
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 oz) crushed tomatoes
→ Liquids
10 -
1 cup milk or cream
11 -
1 cup red wine
→ Seasonings
12 -
2 bay leaves
13 -
1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
15 -
Salt and pepper, to taste
16 -
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
# Steps:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
02 -
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
03 -
Add ground beef and pork to the pot. Brown the meat, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked (about 8-10 minutes).
04 -
Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pan. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.
05 -
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
06 -
Add the crushed tomatoes, milk (or cream), bay leaves, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.
07 -
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
08 -
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve over pasta and top with grated Parmesan cheese.