Authentic Bolognese Sauce
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This rich, authentic Bolognese sauce (Ragù alla Bolognese) is a slow-cooked meat-based sauce originating from Bologna, Italy. Perfectly savory and hearty, it is ideal for lasagna, spaghetti, or any freshly cooked pasta.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Finely chop carrots, onions, and garlic to make the Soffritto. → Sauté the chopped vegetables with olive oil, basil, and oregano until soft. → Brown the ground beef and cook until the cooking liquid has completely evaporated. → Deglaze with stock or wine, then stir in crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. → Cover and simmer on low heat for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Finely chop carrots, onions, and garlic to make the Soffritto. → Sauté the chopped vegetables with olive oil, basil, and oregano until soft. → Brown the ground beef and cook until the cooking liquid has completely evaporated. → Deglaze with stock or wine, then stir in crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. → Cover and simmer on low heat for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Introduction
This rich, authentic Bolognese sauce (Ragù alla Bolognese) is a slow-cooked meat-based sauce originating from Bologna, Italy. Perfectly savory and hearty, it is ideal for lasagna, spaghetti, or any freshly cooked pasta.
Step 1
Finely chop 2 carrots in a food processor or cut them into very small pieces.
Step 2
Add 2 onions and 2 garlic cloves (optional) to the food processor and finely chop them with the carrots.
Step 3
Heat a bit of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the finely chopped vegetables.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of basil and 1 tablespoon of oregano. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are soft (this mixture is called Soffritto).
Step 5
Add 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned and the released cooking juices have completely evaporated.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
This is a slow-cooked sauce; simmering for at least 2 hours is crucial to develop its rich, deep flavor.
Using a combination of meats like pork, beef, and veal will add more complexity and richness to the sauce.
Bolognese sauce can be made ahead of time. It stores well in the fridge for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
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