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Classic Bolognese Sauce: Discover the Ultimate Recipe!

A rich and hearty Classic Bolognese Sauce perfect for pasta dishes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium carrot finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  2. Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Pour in the milk and let it simmer until mostly evaporated, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the red wine and allow it to simmer until reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the sauce simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. For a richer flavor, simmer for up to 3 hours.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, add a tablespoon of tomato paste when you add the crushed tomatoes.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version, or use a mix of mushrooms and lentils for a vegetarian option.

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