Description
A rich and hearty Savory Beef Bolognese sauce served over pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
- 1 can (28 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 cup red wine (optional)
- 1/4 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 chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the pan. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red wine (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a richer flavor, simmer for up to 1 hour.
- About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the whole milk and let it simmer for a few more minutes.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Serve the Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while it simmers.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version, or use a mix of meats for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg