POLIVKA - Slovenian Style Bolognese

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier, while ground pork is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice maintains sweetness without alcohol, and white wine can be less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor, while pecorino is often cheaper.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories, while milk is a more economical option.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in red wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in canned tomatoes, bay leaves, and thyme; season with salt and black pepper.

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve sauce over cooked pasta of choice, topped with grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens