Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic Bolognese Sauce, a must-have in every home cook’s collection. This rich and hearty sauce combines turkey and beef for a deep, savory taste that will elevate your pasta dishes. Slow-cooked to perfection, it melds together a medley of aromatic vegetables and seasonings, creating a robust sauce that’s perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Whether you serve it with tagliatelle, pappardelle, or creamy polenta, this versatile sauce is bound to impress your guests and bring warmth to your dining table.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 large carrots (finely chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 4 ounces turkey strips (diced)
- 1 pound ground beef (20% fat)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1 (28 ounces) can peeled San Marzano tomatoes (hand crushed)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Add turkey strips and cook until golden brown; then add ground beef in batches until browned.
- Return the vegetables and turkey to the pot. Deglaze with vinegar and stir in tomatoes, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 3 to 4 hours.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg