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Bolognese Recipe

A rich, savory Italian meat sauce simmered with vegetables, wine, and tomatoes, perfect for pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 carrots finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup whole milk

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 finely chopped carrots, and 2 finely chopped celery stalks; sauté for 8–10 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 pound ground beef and 1 pound ground pork, breaking up the meat; cook for 6–8 minutes until browned.
  5. Pour in 1 cup red wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Stir in 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon dried basil; bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer the sauce for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  8. Uncover, stir in 1 cup whole milk, and season with salt and pepper; simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  9. Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain in a colander.
  10. Toss the cooked pasta with the Bolognese sauce and serve hot.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer and serve with freshly grated Parmesan.