Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with our classic Bolognese sauce. Made with tender ground beef, aromatic herbs, and simmered to perfection, this hearty sauce is perfect for topping your favorite pasta dishes.

Here's a classic recipe for Bolognese sauce:

Ingredients:

 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

 - 1 onion, finely chopped

 - 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped

 - 2 celery stalks, finely chopped

 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

 - 500g (1 pound) ground beef

 - 200ml (1 cup) red wine

 - 800g (28 ounces) canned crushed tomatoes

 - 250ml (1 cup) beef or vegetable broth

 - 2 bay leaves

 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano

 - 1 teaspoon dried basil

 - Salt and pepper, to taste

 - 60ml (1/4 cup) milk or cream

Instructions:

1- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.

2- Add the ground beef to the saucepan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

3- Stir in the red wine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly reduced.

4- Add the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1-2 hours, or until the sauce has thickened.

5- Stir in the milk or cream and cook for another 10 minutes. Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

6- Serve the Bolognese sauce over cooked pasta, such as spaghetti, and enjoy!

This sauce can also be used in lasagna or as a topping for baked potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutritional Values :

Here's an approximate nutritional breakdown for the ingredients in the Bolognese sauce recipe per serving:

For the Bolognese Sauce Ingredients:

Olive Oil (1 tablespoon):

  - Calories: 120

  - Fat: 14 g

  - Carbohydrates: 0 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Provides healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants. Enhances flavor and texture.

Onion (1, finely chopped):

  - Calories: 45

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 11 g

  - Protein: 1 g

Benefits: Adds flavor, provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Carrots (2, peeled and finely chopped):

  - Calories: 50

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 12 g

  - Protein: 1 g

Benefits: Rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants.

Celery Stalks (2, finely chopped):

  - Calories: 20

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 4 g

  - Protein: 1 g

Benefits: Low in calories, provides fiber, and adds flavor.

Garlic Cloves (2, minced):

  - Calories: 10

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 2 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Adds flavor and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Ground Beef (500 g / 1 pound):

  - Calories: 1,000

  - Fat: 80 g

  - Carbohydrates: 0 g

  - Protein: 70 g

Benefits: Provides protein, iron, and essential vitamins. High in fat, so choose leaner cuts if desired.

Red Wine (200 ml / 1 cup):

  - Calories: 125

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 4 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Adds flavor and complexity. Contains antioxidants. Alcohol content will evaporate during cooking.

Canned Crushed Tomatoes (800 g / 28 ounces):

  - Calories: 160

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 32 g

  - Protein: 8 g

Benefits: Rich in vitamins A and C, and antioxidants like lycopene.

Beef or Vegetable Broth (250 ml / 1 cup):

  - Calories: 10 (for vegetable broth)

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 1 g

  - Protein: 1 g

Benefits: Adds flavor with minimal calories. Nutrient content varies by type.

Bay Leaves (2):

  - Calories: 5

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 1 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Adds flavor and contains antioxidants. Remove before serving.

Dried Oregano (1 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 3

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 1 g

  - Protein: 0 g

 Benefits: Adds flavor and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Dried Basil (1 teaspoon):

  - Calories: 1

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 0 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Adds flavor and contains essential oils with potential health benefits.

Salt and Pepper (to taste):

  - Calories: 0

  - Fat: 0 g

  - Carbohydrates: 0 g

  - Protein: 0 g

Benefits: Enhances flavor. Manage salt intake to avoid excessive sodium.

Milk or Cream (60 ml / 1/4 cup):

  - Calories: 30 (milk) or 120 (cream)

  - Fat: 1.5 g (milk) or 12 g (cream)

  - Carbohydrates: 3 g (milk) or 1 g (cream)

  - Protein: 2 g (milk) or 1 g (cream)

Benefits: Adds richness and creaminess. Milk is lower in fat and calories compared to cream.

These values are approximate and can vary based on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients used.