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Dad's Bolognese Meat Sauce

By: ALISONA  
"This sauce is very different than the other bolognese already listed. It takes a little work, but after you make it once or twice it is really easy... and SO GOOD! My dad used to make it for us almost every weekend, and now I make it for my family!"

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Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
2 Hrs
Ready In:
2 Hrs 25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 7 carrots, coarsely chopped
  • 1 small white onion, chopped
  • 4 slices ham
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pinch dried basil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Directions

  1. Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble very finely and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, chop the carrots, onion and ham.
  3. Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir in carrot mixture and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in cooked beef, beef broth, tomato paste, lemon zest, bay leaves, basil and nutmeg. Simmer over lowest heat, partially covered, for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  4. Immediately before serving, stir in cream and mix well.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 476 | Total Fat: 34.3g | Cholesterol: 130mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 5, 2003 by HEFTY 
When I did the recipe I didn't really think about the ratio of nutmeg to basil in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2003 by CAJUNGIRL39 
I have been looking for a quick and delicious Bolognese sauce and this is definately it. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2003 by OVIDIA 
This recipe is really easy to put together and great for family gatherings (one pot of sauce... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2002 by ABIGAILM 
I searched for the perfect recipe for some time and this is definetly it. MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2004 by NADIA7 
I didn't like it. MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2004 by MrsMonterosport 
My family didn't care for the nutmeg flavor. Too many carrots. Wasn't that good...will try... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2002 by AHN 
WOW!!!! That was simple, flavorful, and one of the best homemade bolognese sauces I've ever... MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 7, 2002 by JULIAN SIMON 
You might as well simply chop up some carrots, boil some pasta, then throw the carrots on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2004 by NKIMLEE 
This is a family favorite. It is simply delicious! MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2009 by lefthead76 
My husband, toddler, and I loved this sauce. It cooks up quickly and is delicious. I grated... MORE

 
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