Bolognese Sauce (Crock Pot)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Tasty Bolognese Sauce for a hearty and filling meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium onion , finely chopped
1 stalk celery , finely chopped
1 carrot , finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs combination ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground pork
1 cup milk
1 can tomato paste
6 cans diced tomatoes
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
407
Sugar
9g
Fat
23g
Bolognese Sauce is a classic Italian dish that has become popular all over the world. The rich and flavorful sauce is made with a combination of ground beef and/or pork, vegetables, and tomatoes. This particular recipe uses a crockpot to make it easy and hands-off, while still producing a delicious meal. The sauce can be served over any type of pasta, making it a versatile dish that is sure to please the whole family.

Instructions

1.In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add onion, celery, and carrot to the skillet, stirring occasionally for 3-5 minutes.
3.Add ground beef and ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up and cooking until browned.
4.In a crockpot, mix together milk, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes.
5.Add the cooked meat mixture, kosher salt, and ground nutmeg to the crockpot, stirring to combine.
6.Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours.
7.Serve over your favorite pasta.

PROS

This Bolognese Sauce is hearty and filling, perfect for a comforting meal.

The use of a crockpot makes it easy to prepare and forget about, while still resulting in a flavorful dish.

This recipe makes a large batch, perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

CONS

The use of ground beef and ground pork can make this recipe high in fat and calories.

If you are looking for a vegetarian or vegan option, you may need to modify the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of carrots and celery in this recipe provides additional nutrients and fiber, while the ground beef and pork provide protein.
The tomatoes in the recipe are a good source of vitamin C and lycopene, which is an antioxidant that has been linked to potential health benefits such as reducing the risk of some cancers and improving heart health.

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