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White Bolognese Sauce

Creamy White Bolognese Sauce for Comforting Pasta Nights

This White Bolognese Sauce is a comforting alternative that transforms any pasta dish into a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Meat (beef, pork, or veal) A mix ensures a rich base.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 medium Carrot Grated or finely diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup White Wine Dry variety.
  • 1 cup Milk or Heavy Cream Choose for desired creaminess.
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg For warmth and spice.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.

Equipment

  • large, heavy-bottomed pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion, grated carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
  2. Add the mix of ground meat into the pan and increase to medium-high. Break apart with a spoon and sauté for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and pour in 1 cup of dry white wine. Scrape up any brown bits from the bottom and cook for 3-5 minutes until reduced.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of milk or cream, and add a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30-45 minutes on low, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once thickened, remove from heat and mix in 1 cup of Parmesan cheese until melted and integrated.
  6. Serve generously over wide pasta like pappardelle or fettuccine, and pair with garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the sauce to simmer gently for best texture and flavor. Customize with additional vegetables if desired.

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