Ground pork 1 pound
Whole milk 1 cup
Dry white wine 1 cup
Crushed tomatoes 2 cans (28 oz each)
Tomato paste 2 tablespoons
Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
Dried basil 1 teaspoon
Bay leaves 2
Salt and pepper To taste
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup
How To Make Baked Bolognese Sauce:
Prep & Sauté Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). In a large oven-safe Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 7-10 minutes.
Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
Add Liquids & Simmer: Pour in the whole milk and simmer until it has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add the white wine and continue to simmer until it has reduced by half, about another 5 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bake: Bring the sauce to a simmer, then cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake the Bolognese sauce for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Serve: Remove from the oven and discard the bay leaves. If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for additional richness. Serve the sauce hot over pasta, in lasagna, or as desired.
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