Easy Homemade Bolognese Sauce - Simple and Delicious
A rich and savory Bolognese sauce made with easy steps and flavorful ingredients. Perfect for any pasta dish and an ideal comfort food recipe for weeknights!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, finely diced
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/2 cup dry red wine (optional)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and pork over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in red wine and cook until it reduces slightly. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in milk and simmer for another 15 minutes to enrich the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.