How to Make Bolognese Sauce with Meat - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bolognese sauce is a classic Italian meat-based sauce that is perfect for topping pasta or filling a lasagna. It's rich, hearty, and full of flavor, making it a favorite for families and dinner guests alike. This recipe for Bolognese sauce with meat is a traditional version that is sure to impress. Whether you're serving it over spaghetti or using it as a base for your favorite Italian dishes, this recipe is a winner.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ¼ pound thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large saucepan saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil. Add ground beef and continue cooking. Stir in prosciutto and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste. Let sauce simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for one hour. Add additional butter and simmer for an additional half hour.
  • Nutrition

    659 cal.

    • Total Fat: 58g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 141mg
    • Sodium: 1423mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 592mg