Beef Bolognese

Ground beef simmered low and slow with a finely diced soffritto and tomatoes for a rich, classic Italian pasta sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Servings: 6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 480

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, finely diced

1 carrot, finely diced

1 celery stalk, finely diced

1 1/2 lbs ground beef

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tbsp tomato paste

1/2 cup red wine, optional

28 oz crushed tomatoes

1 cup beef broth

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 bay leaf

1/2 cup milk or heavy cream

grated parmesan, for serving

cooked tagliatelle or pappardelle, for serving

Step 1: Cook the diced onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until softened, about 8 minutes.

Step 2: Add the ground beef and cook until browned.

Step 3: Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 4: Deglaze with wine, if using, and simmer until reduced.

Step 5: Add crushed tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, and bay leaf.

Step 6: Simmer uncovered on low for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Tip: Let it simmer the full time for the deepest flavor.

Step 7: Stir in milk or cream during the last 10 minutes.

Step 8: Toss with pasta and top with parmesan.

This beef bolognese recipe tastes even better the next day and freezes beautifully — consider doubling the batch.