Description
Dive into the comforting depth of this slow-simmered Bolognese Sauce—a true Italian classic that wraps you in rich, meaty flavor. Made with tender ground beef, hearty crushed tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, and a splash of red wine, this sauce clings beautifully to your favorite pasta. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner or prepping a week’s worth of meals, this easy recipe will become a go-to. Ideal for anyone looking for quick dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, or a new twist on classic pasta. Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or slow weekend cooking.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onions and carrots; cook for 5–7 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
2. Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Brown the meat completely and season with salt and pepper.
3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add red wine, scraping up any browned bits; simmer until reduced by half.
4. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook uncovered for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Stir in whole milk and cook for 5 more minutes. Adjust seasoning.
6. Sprinkle chopped parsley before serving. Serve over pasta.
Notes
Simmering longer (even up to 2 hours) deepens the flavor even more.
Use fresh parsley at the end for the best burst of herby brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg