Paleo Classic Italian Ragu Sauce
Indulge in the rich, hearty flavors of this Paleo Classic Italian Ragu Sauce, a healthier twist on the traditional Italian favorite. Crafted with grass-fed ground beef, ground pork, and a medley of fresh vegetables—onions, carrots, celery, and garlic—this slow-simmered sauce is bursting with wholesome ingredients and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. The addition of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth creates a luscious, thick texture that clings perfectly to paleo-friendly noodles, such as zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash. Perfect for meal prepping or entertaining, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe brings authentic Italian cuisine to your table while aligning with paleo principles. Ready in just two hours, it's a timeless comfort food reimagined for the health-conscious palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef, preferably grass-fed
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well to combine.
Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cover partially.
Let the sauce simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors deepen.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve hot over your choice of paleo-friendly noodles, such as zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.2 g | 271% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 485 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4016 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 149.7 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 4271 mg | 91% | |
*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.
