White Bolognese Sauce
White Bolognese Sauce is a creamy and savory delight that transforms ordinary pasta nights into extraordinary gatherings. With a rich blend of ground beef, pork sausage, and aromatic vegetables simmered in milk, each bite offers a comforting explosion of flavor. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive occasions, this sauce is versatile enough to elevate baked potatoes or roasted veggies. Easy to prepare ahead of time, it allows you to enjoy more time with loved ones while its rich aroma fills your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 individuals 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 lb sweet Italian pork sausage (casing removed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium carrot (finely grated)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of choice (recommended: fettuccine or tagliatelle)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by finely chopping onion, mincing garlic, grating carrot, and chopping celery.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef and pork sausage; cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in grated carrot and chopped celery; cook until softened (about 4 minutes).
- Mix in minced garlic and nutmeg; stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in milk; let simmer on low heat for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added depth, use freshly grated nutmeg. Swap ground meats with mushrooms for a vegetarian version. Experiment with different pasta shapes for variety.