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Slow Cooker Bolognese

Slow Cooker Bolognese

Slow-cooker Bolognese is an all-beef take on the Italian classic. It simmers low and slow to develop rich flavor and a velvety finish.

Calories
299
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
12g
Potassium
584mg
Fiber
2g
Sugar
12g

Ingredients

  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
  • Hot cooked pasta
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Direction

  1. Place onions, celery, carrot and garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables and beef; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles. Stir in nutmeg, salt and pepper. Remove with a slotted spoon; discard drippings from pot.
  2. Return beef mixture to pan. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until wine is evaporated. Remove mixture to a 6-qt. slow cooker; stir in cream, beef broth and tomato paste. Cook on low 3-1/2-4 hours or until flavors are blended, stirring occasionally. Serve with pasta. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

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