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Bolognese

Cultural Context

Originating from Bologna, Italy, Bolognese sauce is a rich, hearty meat sauce traditionally served with tagliatelle. It reflects the region's agricultural heritage, utilizing local ingredients like meats and vegetables. Today, it has become a beloved staple in Italian cuisine, with variations found worldwide, often served with different pasta types.

ItalianITmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp. tomato paste
2 lb. ground beef
1 28- oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp. dried oregano
1 tbsp. dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. kosher salt
1 c. dry red wine
1 c. whole milk
Freshly ground black pepper

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Non-alcoholic wine retains flavor without alcohol.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic and cook until tender, 6 minutes.

2

Add tomato paste and stir until combined, then add ground beef and brown.

3

Transfer mixture with a slotted spoon to slow-cooker.

4

Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, red wine, and milk. Stir until combined, then season with pepper.

5

Cover and cook on low, 6 hours.

6

Discard bay leaf.

7

Serve over cooked pasta.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletslow-cooker

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Ragù alla BologneseBolognese Sauce
Local Name: Bolognese

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