Whole30 Classic Bolognese Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Whole30 Classic Bolognese Sauce, a hearty and flavorful rendition of the Italian classic that's both clean and satisfying. This rich, slow-simmered sauce is made with a robust combination of grass-fed ground beef, pork, and savory aromatics like onion, garlic, and celery, all enhanced by the natural sweetness of carrots. Seasoned with dried herbs and thickened with sugar-free crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, it boasts a depth of flavor that will impress any crowd. A splash of bone broth adds a nutritious twist, while nutritional yeast lends a cheesy, umami punch—perfect for those following a Whole30 or dairy-free lifestyle. Serve it over zoodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite Whole30-compliant pasta for the ultimate comfort meal. Ready in just over 90 minutes, this wholesome, gluten-free, and Paleo-friendly sauce is the perfect go-to for meal prep, family dinners, or cozy nights at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef, grass-fed
• 1 pound ground pork
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 cup bone broth or beef stock

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to incorporate.

Step 7

Pour in the bone broth or beef stock and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

After 60 minutes, remove the lid and continue to cook for an additional 20 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves and stir in the nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve the Bolognese sauce over your choice of Whole30-compliant pasta, zoodles, or spaghetti squash.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2480.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2991.7

Total Fat 194.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 709.3mg	0%
Sodium 3475.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 41.8g
Protein 228.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 482.7mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 4441.4mg	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: 58.5%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 10.9%