Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a **Classic Beef Bolognese Sauce**, an authentic Italian-inspired masterpiece designed to elevate your pasta nights. This rich and hearty sauce combines tender ground beef, ground pork, and pancetta for a deeply savory base, while a medley of finely chopped onions, carrots, and celery adds subtle sweetness and texture. Slow-simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, dry white wine, beef stock, and a splash of milk, this recipe delivers a velvety, luscious blend infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf. Perfect for pairing with fettuccine, spaghetti, or layering in lasagna, this three-hour labor of love creates a robust and unforgettable dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for cozy dinners or special gatherings, this **homemade Bolognese sauce** is your ticket to authentic Italian comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 0.25 pound pancetta or bacon, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef, ground pork, and chopped pancetta. Cook until the meat is browned and the liquid has evaporated, breaking up the meat with a spoon, about 10-15 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to darken slightly.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, white wine, beef stock, and milk. Stir well to combine.
Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let it simmer gently for about 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and deepens in flavor.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a sauce for lasagna. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.1 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.7 g | 438% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 696 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 6978 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.9 g | ||
| Protein | 168.3 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 814 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 5732 mg | 122% | |
*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.
