#COME FARE RAGU' DI LUPINI

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, and broth is a budget-friendly option.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while pecorino is often less expensive.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: store-brand canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while store brands save money.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Pour in red wine; simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

Stir in canned tomatoes and tomato paste; mix well to combine.

Add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low; cover and let simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Add milk to the sauce; simmer for an additional 30 minutes to enhance flavor.

Remove bay leaves before serving; stir in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

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