How to Make Slow Cooker Bolognese - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about a hearty bowl of bolognese - the rich, meaty sauce that clings to every strand of pasta, the comforting aroma that fills the kitchen as it simmers away for hours, and the way it brings people together around the dinner table. This classic Italian dish has stood the test of time for good reason, and today I want to share with you a recipe for slow cooker bolognese that will have you savoring every bite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped baby carrots
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk, divided
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots, onion, and garlic; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir, breaking up the meat as it cooks, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off excess fat from the skillet.
  • Pour in 1 cup milk and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until milk is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to a slow cooker and set to High. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook for 2 hours. Stir in remaining 1/2 cup milk and Parmesan cheese until well combined; continue to cook for 2 more hours.
  • Nutrition

    245 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 547mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 145mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 798mg