Tami's Red Sauce: Bolognese Tomato Sauce with Ground Beef

Tami's Red Sauce: Bolognese Tomato Sauce with Ground Beef
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    133

Transform ordinary pasta into an extraordinary experience with this robust Bolognese. A symphony of rich tomato, savory beef, and aromatic herbs, simmered to perfection for a truly unforgettable flavor.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    36 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    1390 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned on all sides. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Drain off any excess grease from the skillet. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the tomato sauce, basil, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. If using, add the red wine. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the skillet and simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until it has thickened and the flavors have melded, about 1 hour. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar to your liking.

For a richer flavor, brown the ground beef in a mixture of olive oil and butter.
Add a finely chopped carrot, celery stalk, and small onion (soffritto) to the skillet with the beef for a more authentic Bolognese flavor.
A bay leaf added during simmering will enhance the depth of flavor. Remember to remove it before serving.
If the sauce becomes too thick during simmering, add a little water or beef broth to thin it out.
This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Serve over your favorite pasta (such as spaghetti, linguine, or rigatoni) with a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 44 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Vaughn Bode

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loved it, and it's now a regular in our meal rotation.

  • Jonas Ullrich

    I've tried many Bolognese recipes, and this one is by far the best! The flavor is incredible.

  • Edyth Gusikowski

    I used fresh herbs from my garden, and it made a huge difference! So fragrant and flavorful.

  • Jeanette Croninbogisich

    I'm a beginner cook, and this recipe was so simple to follow. Thank you for sharing!

  • Freddy Kovacek

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was perfect!

  • Linnea Lemke

    The tip about making it ahead of time is a lifesaver for busy weeknights.

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