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Slow Cooker Bolognese

Slow Cooker Bolognese

This slow cooker bolognese delivers rich, deep flavor with minimal effort. Let it simmer all day for a hearty, comforting dinner the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 618 kcal

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/2 lb Ground Pork
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and finely diced
  • 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes (1 can)
  • 6 oz Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Dry Red Wine
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 lb Pappardelle or Spaghetti
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese, for serving
  • Fresh Basil, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and ground pork together, breaking the meat into small crumbles, until browned, about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
  • Transfer the browned meat to the slow cooker. Add the finely diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic.
  • Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, whole milk, and red wine. Season with italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the bay leaves and stir everything together until well combined.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. The sauce should be thick, rich, and deeply flavorful.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaves. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  • Cook the pappardelle or spaghetti according to package directions and drain well.
  • Serve the bolognese generously over the pasta, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a few torn basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 618kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 38gFat: 18g
Keyword crockpot bolognese, easy bolognese recipe, slow cooker bolognese, slow cooker pasta sauce
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