Bolognese Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the base

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and cook until it is crispy.

2. 2

   Sauté vegetables

   Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they soften. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

3. 3

   Brown the meat

   Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

4. 4

   Deglaze with wine

   Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for a few minutes until it reduces slightly.

5. 5

   Add tomatoes and seasoning

   Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Incorporate milk

   Add the milk to the sauce and mix well. This will help to soften the acidity of the tomatoes.

7. 7

   Simmer the sauce

   Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better the flavors will meld.

8. 8

   Serve

   Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve over pasta of your choice and enjoy!