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White Bolognese Sauce

Creamy White Bolognese Sauce: Your New Cozy Dinner Hero

Discover the comforting allure of White Bolognese Sauce, a creamy, gluten-free delight perfect for pasta, lasagna, or baked potatoes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Meat (beef, pork, or veal)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot grated for smoother texture
  • 1 stalk Celery diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup Dry White Wine or chicken stock for non-alcoholic
  • 1 cup Milk or Heavy Cream based on preference
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg for flavor enhancement
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for seasoning
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add finely chopped onion, grated carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the ground meat, cooking for 6-8 minutes until evenly browned.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pan. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the wine reduces by half.
  4. Lower the heat to medium, stir in 1 cup of milk or heavy cream, and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30-45 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and well incorporated.
  6. Serve hot over pasta, in lasagna, or on baked potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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