Classic Bolognaise Sauce

Indulge in the rich, hearty flavors of this Classic Bolognaise Sauce, a timeless recipe that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. This authentic Italian-inspired sauce is a slow-simmered masterpiece, blending tender ground beef and pork with a medley of finely chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic for a flavorful foundation. Enhanced with a splash of red wine, beef broth, and creamy whole milk, the sauce achieves a luxurious depth and velvety texture. Seasoned to perfection with aromatic oregano, basil, and a touch of bay leaf, this savory Bolognaise pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta, creating a comforting meal that’s sure to impress. Ready in just under 3 hours, this classic recipe is worth every minute of its slow-cook time. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan for the ultimate culinary experience! Perfect keywords: Bolognaise sauce recipe, classic Italian sauce, hearty meat sauce, slow-simmered Bolognaise.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 celery stalk
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 28-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic to the pot and sauté for about 8 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot.

Step 5

Cook the meat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the crushed tomatoes, red wine, beef broth, oregano, basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 8

Stir well to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently, partially covered, for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

About 10 minutes before the sauce is finished cooking, stir in the whole milk and continue to simmer the sauce.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with your choice of pasta, and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2086.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2594.6

Total Fat 173.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 469.0mg	0%
Sodium 4197.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 138.7g	0%

Vitamin D 69.2IU	0%
Calcium 1088.2mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 3458.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.4%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 12.6%