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Quick Bolognese Ragu: Weeknight Friendly

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Quick Bolognese Ragu: Weeknight Friendly

  1. Ground Beef Dishes

Prep: 15 min • Cook: 45 min. A simplified, faster version of classic Bolognese, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe skillfully uses readily available ground meat and a significantly quicker simmer time, ensuring a rich and flavorful sauce that doesn't compromise on the authentic taste of a traditional Bolognese, making it an ideal choice for a delicious and efficient family dinner.

Preparation time
15 min
Cooking time
45 min
Total time
1 hr
Servings
6
Course
Main
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1lb ground beef(lean)
  • 1 pc onion(medium, finely chopped)
  • 3 pcs garlic(cloves, minced)
  • 1/2 cup red wine(dry)
  • 28oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt(or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper(or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup milk(optional, for richness)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
  • parmesan cheese(grated, for serving)

Instructions

Prep and Brown Meat

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Simmer the Sauce

  1. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  2. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it gently simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more flavor it will develop.
  3. If desired, stir in the milk during the last 10 minutes of simmering for added richness and a creamier texture.

Serve

  1. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Servings
6
Serving size (imperial)
8.8 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (6 servings)
Calories450 kcal180 kcal2,700 kcal
Protein25 g10 g150 g
Fat20 g8 g120 g
Carbs40 g16 g240 g

Tips

  • Ensure your onions and garlic are finely chopped to meld seamlessly into the sauce.
  • Don't rush the simmering; even 30 minutes makes a big difference in flavor.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan and a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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