Description
This easy Bolognese recipe delivers authentic Italian flavor in a weeknight-friendly format — rich, hearty, and perfect for your favorite pasta.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (or beef/pork mix)
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1 onion, finely diced
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1 carrot, finely diced
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1 celery stalk, finely diced
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2–3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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½ cup dry red wine (optional)
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1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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¾ cup whole milk
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrot, celery until soft. Add garlic.
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Add ground meat and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes. Deglaze with wine (if using).
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Add crushed tomatoes and milk. Simmer uncovered 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve over pasta with parmesan.
Notes
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Add a bay leaf or pinch of nutmeg during the simmer for classic depth.
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Store in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
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Serve with tagliatelle, spaghetti, or baked into lasagna.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–60 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main
- Cuisine: Italian Classic
Nutrition
- Calories: ~275 per serving (sauce only)