Jul 13 2026
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Hearty Bolognese Recipe

Inspired by il Sugo Italian Kitchen
Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Meat and Base

Liquids and Flavorings

Herbs and Spices

Pasta

Garnish

Method

Preparation of Meat and Base

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meat

    Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned all over, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Building the Sauce

  1. 3

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

  2. 4

    Add Tomatoes and Stock

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and beef stock. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  3. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Mix well.

  4. 6

    Incorporate Milk

    Pour in the milk, stirring to combine. This will add richness to the sauce. Simmer the sauce on low heat for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 7

    Cook Spaghetti

    While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Serving

  1. 8

    Combine and Serve

    Once the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

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