Delicious Bolognese Meat Sauce Recipe

Name: Delicious Bolognese Meat Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons pancetta or 2 tablespoons bacon, finely chopped; 1 carrot, finely sliced; 1 stalk celery, finely sliced; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 12 ounces lean ground beef; salt and pepper (to taste); 2/3 cup red wine; 1/2 cup milk; 1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes with juice; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons pancetta or 2 tablespoons bacon, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely sliced
1 stalk celery, finely sliced
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
12 ounces lean ground beef
salt and pepper (to taste)
2/3 cup red wine
1/2 cup milk
1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes with juice
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme

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1. Heat the butter and oil in a heavy saucepan or earthenware pot. Add the onion, and cook over moderate heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the pancetta and cook untion the onion is translucent. Stir in the carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook 3 to 4 minutes more.
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2. Add the beef, and crumble it into the vegetables with a fork. Stir until the meat loses its red color. Season with salt and pepper.
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3. Pour in the wine, raise the heat slightly, and cook until the liquid evaporates, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the milk, and cook until it evaporates.
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4. Stir in the tomatoes with their juice, and the herbs. Bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer, uncovered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Correct the seasoning before serving. Serve over pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons pancetta or 2 tablespoons bacon, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Delicious Bolognese Meat Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Delicious Bolognese Meat Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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