Description
A rich and hearty Savory Beef Bolognese sauce served over pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound spaghetti or your choice of pasta
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the whole milk and simmer for another 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Serve the Bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer, up to an hour, and add a splash of red wine.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version, or use lentils for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg