Description
Experience the comforting embrace of Homemade Bolognese Sauce, simmering gently on your stove. With its rich flavor profile and aromatic herbs, this sauce transforms any meal into a delightful feast. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, it’s incredibly versatile—serve it over pasta, in lasagna, or as a topping for baked potatoes. Let this beloved recipe become a cherished tradition in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium sweet yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz can San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (added at the end)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and carrot until onions are translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking up clumps (8-10 minutes).
- Deglaze the pan with red wine and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add canned tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil before reducing the heat.
- Simmer uncovered on low heat for at least 45 minutes until thickened; stir occasionally.
- Finish with fresh basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg