Description
Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce is a comforting Italian classic that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas as it simmers to perfection. This rich and hearty meat sauce combines lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a deliciously thick sauce that pairs beautifully with pasta. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience enjoyed by all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, herbs, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving over cooked pasta or zoodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg