Bolognese, the dreamy (and easy) Italian meat sauce, pairs with more than pasta. Work it into baked potatoes, bell peppers, rice, or nachos!
Instructions
1
Place a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add butter to the pan. When the butter foams, add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sautée until translucent.
2
Add the celery and carrot and sautée for two minutes, until they have softened some.
3
Next, add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Add the ground beef and pepper. Brown the beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
5
Once the beef has browned, add the milk, wine, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir occasionally and simmer until the liquid has evaporated completely, about 30 minutes.
6
Add the crushed tomatoes. Mix until incorporated. Lower the heat as soon as the tomatoes come up to a simmer.
7
Cook, uncovered, for 3 hours. Stir occasionally. If the sauce dries out, stir in a half cup of water. Once it is finished, taste for salt and pepper.
