Bolognese Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the base

   In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, sautéing until they are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic and meat

   Stir in the minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until the beef is browned. Break up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.

3. 3

   Deglaze with wine

   If using, pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Allow the wine to reduce for about 2-3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add tomatoes and seasoning

   Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Stir well to combine.

5. 5

   Simmer the sauce

   Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Finish with milk

   After simmering, stir in the milk and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes to enrich the sauce.