Bolognese Sauce
A comforting and rich Bolognese sauce perfect for family dinners and versatile enough for various pasta dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Sauté the onion and garlic in a large saucepan with olive oil over medium heat until translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Increase the heat slightly and add the ground beef, cooking until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring until well combined.
- Season the sauce with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper, mixing well and bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to build flavor.
- Serve over your favorite pasta or cool for storage.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute with ground turkey or chicken. Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried ones for vibrant flavor.