Ina Garten Weeknight Bolognese
This Ina Garten weeknight bolognese is a quick and delicious take on the classic Italian dish. With a rich and flavorful sauce, this recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta, cooked according to package instructions
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Serve the bolognese over the cooked pasta and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Spoon Cooking spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the bolognese with a side of garlic bread and a simple green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Cost
$15