Homemade Bolognese Sauce (Ragù alla Bolognese), an easy recipe
Nothing says comfort food like a rich, chunky, and flavorful bolognese sauce. Made with minced meat, tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of herbs, this classic homemade bolognese is a go-to for anyone who loves Italian cuisine's deep, savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 Lb ground beef
- 3 cup canned tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 onions chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 carrot finely chopped
- 3/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon basil
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1/2 cup celery stalk chopped
Instructions
- Start by roughly chopping the onions, finely mincing the garlic, and cutting the carrots and celery into small dice.
- Heat the olive oil in a pot, add the ground beef, and let it cook on low heat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the onions, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté while stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Add the blended tomatoes, the tomato sauce, and the spices (bay leaves, oregano, and basil). Mix well.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 3 hours. Stir occasionally so the sauce does not stick to the bottom.
- At the end of the cooking time, check the seasoning. If you have fresh basil, add two leaves about 10 minutes before turning off the heat. This gives the sauce a great flavor. Remove the leaves before serving.
- Serve with spaghetti and top with Parmesan.