Bolognese Sauce
A rich, hearty meat sauce that's perfect over pasta. This simplified version uses pantry staples and comes together in about 40 minutes.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 20g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 1 chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Step 3
Add the 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the 24 oz tomato sauce, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Step 5
Reduce heat to low and let simmer, uncovered, until thickened and flavors meld, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6
Serve over cooked pasta, or use in lasagna. Enjoy!
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
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