Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce (Low-Fat) Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce (Low-Fat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced (about 1/4-inch squares); 1 stalk celery, finely diced; 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 large portabella mushroom cap, finely chopped (or use 2 small caps); 2 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release the flavor); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to suit heat level); 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 3/4 - 1 cup dry red wine; 1 (26 ounce) jar prepared fat free marinara sauce; salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 onion, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced (about 1/4-inch squares)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large portabella mushroom cap, finely chopped (or use 2 small caps)
2 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release the flavor)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to suit heat level)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
3/4 - 1 cup dry red wine
1 (26 ounce) jar prepared fat free marinara sauce
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

1
Heat about 3 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add in onion, diced carrots, celery, both bell peppers, chopped portobello mushroom, dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes; cook stirring for 4-5 minutes.
3
Add in garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Add in wine and prepared marinara sauce, bring to a simmer stirring.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 35-40 minutes stirring occasionally.
6
Season sauce with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, chopped, 1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced (about 1/4-inch squares), 1 stalk celery, finely diced, 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce (Low-Fat) falls under the General 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.

Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce (Low-Fat)

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