Bolognese Meat Sauce
Description: Dive into the comforting flavors of this hearty Bolognese Meat Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that elevates any pasta dish. Created with love and passion, this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com is a treasure trove for all meat lovers.
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 297.4
- Fat Content: 16.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 52.7mg
- Sodium Content: 391.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.6g
- Sugar Content: 9.2g
- Protein Content: 17.7g
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3/4 cup celery, diced
- 3/4 cup carrot, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1″ chunks
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 (14 oz) can red pear tomatoes, with their juice
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: Warm olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Add the beef chuck, cut into 1″ chunks, and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes. If your pot isn’t large enough, brown the meat in batches. Once browned, remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
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Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onion and cook for 1 minute. Then, add celery, mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers. Sauté for a couple of minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Infuse with Flavors: Stir in minced garlic, red chili flakes, chopped rosemary, basil, oregano, and thyme. Pour in the red wine, preferably a full-bodied one like Cabernet Sauvignon. Bring the wine to a boil and let it reduce for 2 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients: Return the browned meat to the pot. Add tomato paste, beef broth, and red pear tomatoes with their juice. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the sauce thickens.
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Final Touch: After 2 hours of simmering, break apart the meat with a spoon and pour in the milk. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors together. Season with salt, if needed.
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Serve and Enjoy: This recipe yields 12 cups of delicious Bolognese Meat Sauce. Serve it generously over your favorite pasta, and savor every bite of this savory delight.
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Storage Tip: If you have leftover sauce, it can be frozen for up to 3 months, ensuring you have a quick and tasty meal option whenever you desire.
Chef’s Tip: For the best results, use high-quality ingredients, and don’t rush the cooking process. Allow the sauce to simmer slowly to develop its rich flavors and tenderize the meat to perfection.
So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a culinary journey to create this mouthwatering Bolognese Meat Sauce. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy even the most discerning palates.
