Classic Bolognese Sauce

Rich, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, this Classic Bolognese Sauce is the ultimate Italian-inspired recipe for pasta lovers. Made with a flavorful mix of ground beef and pork, this sauce builds depth with a medley of aromatic vegetables, creamy whole milk, and a splash of dry white wine. Slowly simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, savory bay leaves, and a hint of nutmeg, it boasts a velvety texture and layered flavors that will elevate your favorite pasta dishes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this sauce pairs beautifully with tagliatelle or pappardelle and is finished with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan. Whether you’re craving an authentic Italian meal or simply a rich, slow-cooked sauce, this recipe delivers every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, finely chopped
• 1 large celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 10 grams fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0 Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the saucepan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until browned all over, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Season the meat mixture with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Slowly pour the milk into the mixture. Let it simmer until the milk has almost completely evaporated, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until reduced by half.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste, canned crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, and nutmeg to the pan. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan partially, and simmer the sauce for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves from the sauce.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped basil leaves just before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot over your choice of cooked pasta and sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1942.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2585.7

Total Fat 175.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 532.6mg	0%
Sodium 3883.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 42.6g
Protein 139.4g	0%

Vitamin D 127.3IU	0%
Calcium 1100.4mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3440.6mg	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: 65.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 11.7%