Bolognese sauce is an authentic Italian meat sauce that's truly satisfying.
prepare vegetables
Dice the onions, carrots, and celery. Mince or press the garlic cloves. Set aside.
brown the meat
Add the ground meat to the pot and season with salt and pepper.
add tomato paste
allow it to cook into the meat for several minutes. Let the tomato paste brown slightly to enhance its flavor.
add remaining ingredients
Add the milk to the meat and vegetable mixture. Simmer until the milk has completely evaporated. Add the wine and bring the sauce to a boil. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, and spices
simmer
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the temperature to a simmer. Simmer uncovered for 2 to 4 hours.
enjoy
This rich meaty pasta sauce is commonly served with a simple tagliatelle or as a sauce with lasagna bolognese.
store
In the fridge: Leftover sauce can be stored in the fridge for several days.
In the freezer: Bolognese will keep in the freezer for months.