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Traditional bolognese sauce is a labor of love. Made low and slow with layers of ground beef and pork, carrots and celery and a splash of milk for creaminess.
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Traditional Bolognese Sauce with Ground Beef and Pork

Traditional bolognese sauce is a labor of love. Made low and slow with layers of ground beef and pork, carrots and celery and a splash of milk for creaminess.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: bolognese recipe, bolognese sauce, linguini and bolognese, traditional bolognese recipe
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 619kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Start by making the mirepoix by adding chopped carrots, onion and celery to a food processor and pulse until very finely chopped.
  • Heat a large dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat and drizzle with olive oil. Add the chopped vegetables and cook for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables release some water and soften.
  • Add in the chopped garlic and continue cooking for 1 more minute until the garlic softens and just turns a light golden brown.
  • Add in the ground meets and use a spatula to break up the meat and cook for about 5-7 minutes until mostly cooked through, It's OK if there are some under-cooked parts. Stir in dried oregano and red pepper.
  • Make a well in the center of the pot, moving the meat to the sides and pour in the milk. Cook until milk reduces, about 3-5 minutes making sure it doesn't burn. You may need stir in some of the meat so milk doesn't burn.
  • Next, pour in wine and allow to reduce for 2-3 minutes and add in tomato paste. Stir everything to combine and add crushed tomatoes, Parmesan rind and a good sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  • Give one final stir and bring sauce to a gentle boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce to a simmer and place a lid on, leaving a small opening.
  • Simmer bolognese sauce for at least 1 hour and longer, if you have the time, up to 3 hours. COntinue stirring the sauce, making sure nothing is sticking to the bottom.
  • Once done, mix some of the sauce with cooked pasta and toss to combine.
  • Garnish with exyta grating of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 619kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 1022mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2975IU | Vitamin C: 14.6mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 4.8mg