Creamy White Bolognese Sauce for Cozy Nights In Recipe
This Creamy White Bolognese Sauce is a rich and comforting twist on the classic meat sauce, perfect for cozy nights in. Made with ground beef or veal, white wine, milk or cream, and Parmesan, it simmers to a luscious texture that pairs beautifully with pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground meat (beef or veal)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, grated or finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (for finishing)
Instructions
- White Bolognese Sauce Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 1 grated carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. - Cook the Meat
Add 1 pound of ground meat to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir frequently for about 8-10 minutes until browned. - Deglaze with Wine
Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine and scrape the bottom to deglaze. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until most of the liquid evaporates. - Simmer with Milk and Nutmeg
Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup of milk or heavy cream, and add a pinch of nutmeg. Simmer for 30-45 minutes until thickened. - Add Parmesan and Season
Fold in ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning if necessary. - Serve
Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta for a comforting meal.
Notes
Keywords: white bolognese, creamy bolognese sauce, Italian meat sauce, comfort food sauce, easy pasta sauce
