Description
Bolognese Sauce is a quintessential Italian dish that every home cook should master. This rich and hearty sauce is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or cozy nights in. Slow-cooked to perfection, it features layers of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more. The combination of ground beef, turkey strips, and aromatic vegetables creates a savory meat sauce that’s versatile enough to serve over pasta, layer in lasagna, or use as a filling for stuffed peppers. With straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is accessible for cooks of all skill levels. Plus, it’s meal prep friendly—make a large batch to freeze for quick weeknight dinners. Create this comforting classic today and bring the taste of Italy into your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 large carrots (finely chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 4 ounces turkey strips (diced)
- 1 pound ground beef (20% fat)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1 (28 ounces) can peeled San Marzano tomatoes (hand crushed)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter until melted. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Cook turkey strips until golden brown and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef in batches with salt and pepper until fully cooked.
- Return the soffritto and turkey to the pot; deglaze with white apple vinegar.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and milk; simmer for 3 to 4 hours.
- Adjust the thickness by boiling if needed; finish with parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg