Delia Bolognese Recipe
Bolognese is a classic Italian sauce loved all over the world. This Delia Bolognese Recipe is easy, tasty and perfect for family dinners. If you wonder how to make Bolognese at home, this recipe will help you.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 carrot finely chopped
- 1 celery stick finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves crushed
- 500 g minced beef
- 100 ml red wine optional
- 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese to serve
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Chop onion, carrot and celery finely. Crush garlic. Keep all ingredients ready for cooking.
Heat Olive Oil
- Pour oil into a large pan. Heat on medium until oil shimmers lightly.
Cook Vegetables
- Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic. Cook gently 5–7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Brown the Minced Beef
- Add beef to pan. Break it with a spoon. Cook until all meat is browned evenly.
Add Red Wine
- Pour in red wine if using. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add Tomatoes and Tomato Purée
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato purée. Mix well for a rich, thick sauce.
Add Herbs and Seasoning
- Sprinkle oregano, basil, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine flavors evenly.
Simmer Slowly
- Reduce heat to low. Cover pan partially. Simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Check Sauce Consistency
- If too thick, add a splash of water. Sauce should be thick, rich, and flavorful.
Serve and Garnish
- Serve Bolognese with cooked pasta. Sprinkle fresh parsley and grated Parmesan on top.
Notes
- Add a splash of milk for creamier Bolognese.
- Use pork or mixed minced meat for deeper flavor.
- For extra sweetness, add a small pinch of sugar.
- Try fresh basil instead of dried for brighter taste.
- Leftover Bolognese freezes well for up to 3 months.