Classic Homemade Bolognese Sauce
A rich and hearty Italian sauce that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh basil optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and prep all your ingredients. Dice the onion, carrots, and celery finely; mince the garlic and measure out your ground beef and crushed tomatoes.
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the mirepoix (onion, carrots, and celery). Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute, ensuring it does not burn.
- Add ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Brown for 8-10 minutes until no pink remains.
- Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom to remove browned bits. Simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste after simmering.
Serving
- Once seasoned, serve the sauce over your favorite cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
This sauce can be made ahead of time; its flavors deepen if stored properly. It freezes well for up to 3 months.