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Ingredients
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Bolognese Ingredients
Method
Bolognese Preparation
- 1
- 2
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef or pork to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine. Mix well to combine.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 5
Simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better the flavor.
- 6
Finish with Fresh Basil
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.





