Simple Bolognese Recipe

Recipe Information

• Level: Intermediate
• Yield: 6 servings
• Total: 55 min
• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 45 min

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings)
Calories: 258
Total Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Dietary Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 7 g
Protein: 21 g
Cholesterol: 53 mg
Sodium: 610 mg

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped
• 1 carrot, coarsely chopped
• 1 pound ground chuck beef
• One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
• 8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano

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Instructions

1. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering and nearly smoking, add the onion and garlic. Saut until onions are soft and translucent, about 8 minutesaromatic bliss begins here!
2. Stir in celery and carrot, cooking another 5 minutes to build that rich, savory base that'll make your kitchen smell like Nonna's.
3. Crank heat to high, add ground beef. Stir often, breaking up clumps, until browned and no pink remains, about 10 minutes. The sizzle promises hearty flavor.
4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, parsley, and basil. Drop to medium-low and simmer until sauce thickens to perfection, around 30 minutes. Your home will fill with irresistible Italian magic.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in Pecorino Romano for a creamy, cheesy finish that elevates this bolognese to unforgettable. Serve over pasta and watch it disappearpure comfort in every bite!