DAD'S BOLOGNESE MEAT SAUCE

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This sauce is very different than the other bolognese already listed. It takes a little work, but after you make it once or twice it is really easy... and SO GOOD! My dad used to make it for us almost every weekend, and now I make it for my family!

Provided by ALISONA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ pounds ground beef
7 carrots, coarsely chopped
1 small white onion, chopped
4 slices ham
½ cup butter
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 lemon, zested
2 bay leaves
1 pinch dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble very finely and set aside.
  • In a food processor, chop the carrots, onion and ham.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir in carrot mixture and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in cooked beef, beef broth, tomato paste, lemon zest, bay leaves, basil and nutmeg. Simmer over lowest heat, partially covered, for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Immediately before serving, stir in cream and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 129.1 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 1092.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

PRINCE BONDLY AYUK
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I love this sauce! It's so versatile and can be used on pasta, pizza, or even as a dip. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Lamaar Dowdy
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This sauce is a family favorite! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I always get compliments when I serve it.


Alberto Padurariu
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This sauce is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The meat is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. 5 stars!


Arjun Upadhyaya
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I'm not a fan of Bolognese sauce, but this recipe was a game-changer. The sauce is so flavorful and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Excellent Shordy
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This sauce is delicious! I used it on spaghetti and it was perfect. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the meat is tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Sadaque ali Hingoro
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I made this sauce for my family and they loved it! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Poppy Fletcher
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This is the best Bolognese sauce I've ever had. It's so rich and flavorful, and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


M Mohib
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This sauce is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The meat is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it.


Gift Simuchimba
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I'm not a big fan of Bolognese sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aakriti Bhusal
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This Bolognese sauce is a keeper! The flavors are rich and complex, and the sauce is so versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for bread. My family loves it!