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.

Ina Garten Weeknight Bolognese

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

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the red wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  7. 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