Dairy-Free Classic Bolognese Sauce
Rich, hearty, and completely dairy-free, this Classic Bolognese Sauce is a wholesome twist on the traditional Italian favorite. Slowly simmered with ground beef and pork, aromatic vegetables, and a splash of dry white wine, this meat sauce is infused with layers of flavor, including a creamy finish from unsweetened almond milk. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this recipe delivers all the comforting elements of a classic bolognese in a way that's lighter and suitable for a variety of dietary needs. Serve it over your favorite pasta, zucchini noodles, or even polenta for a satisfying, gluten-free option. With its 2-hour simmering process, this rich and flavorful sauce transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-worthy dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 piece celery stalk, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot, breaking them up with a wooden spoon. Cook until the meat is browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
Pour in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Allow the wine to reduce by half, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.
Add the crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot partially with a lid, allowing steam to escape, and let it cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Stir occasionally and check to ensure the sauce does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
After the sauce has simmered, remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Stir in the unsweetened almond milk and let the sauce continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the Dairy-Free Classic Bolognese Sauce over cooked pasta or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.6 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.2 g | 291% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 3543 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 128.0 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 4027 mg | 86% | |
*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.
