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White Bolognese Sauce

Creamy White Bolognese Sauce to Warm Your Soul

Discover the delicious and comforting White Bolognese Sauce, a gluten-free alternative perfect for cozy meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Simmering Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Meat (beef, pork, or veal)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot, grated or diced
  • 1 stalk Celery, finely diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
For the Creamy Base
  • 0.5 cup Dry White Wine
  • 1 cup Milk or Heavy Cream Choose milk for lighter sauce
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Airtight container
  • Freezer-safe bags

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 1 grated carrot, and 1 finely diced celery stalk. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are soft.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground meat to the pan, crumbling as it cooks for about 8–10 minutes until browned.
  3. Pour in ½ cup dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pan. Allow wine to evaporate for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat, stir in 1 cup of milk or heavy cream, and season with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30–45 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Mix in ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and integrates into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve over pasta, baked potatoes, or in lasagna.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk if needed.

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