Description
This easy Bolognese recipe is the ultimate cozy comfort food ready in just 30 minutes. Rich with ground beef, tomatoes, garlic, and a splash of red wine, it’s a hearty Italian-style sauce perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend meals. Serve over spaghetti or layer into lasagna for a versatile and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 medium carrot (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup red wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, and carrot. Sauté until onion is soft and fragrant.
- Increase heat and add ground beef. Cook until browned and caramelized.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and red wine. Mix well.
- Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Bolognese