Quick Bolognese Sauce
Busy weeknights just got a whole lot tastier with this Quick Bolognese Sauce recipe, a comforting classic made effortless in just 30 minutes. Featuring a flavorful medley of browned ground beef, aromatic garlic, and savory tomato paste simmered with crushed tomatoes and a splash of beef broth, this sauce is perfectly seasoned with dried oregano and basil for an authentic Italian touch. Optional heavy cream adds a velvety richness, making it an adaptable choice for any palate. Serve this hearty Bolognese over pasta or zucchini noodles for a low-carb twist, and finish it with a sprinkle of Parmesan for the ultimate comfort meal. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this quick and easy Bolognese sauce is destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing it well with the beef and cooking for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Optional: Stir in the heavy cream during the last few minutes of cooking for a richer flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the Bolognese sauce over your favorite cooked pasta, or try it with zucchini noodles for a lighter option. Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.4 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2011 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.5 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2563 mg | 55% | |
*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.
