The Classic, Simple and Delicious Italian Bolognese Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
Serves: 6-8
Preparation Time: 25-30 minutes
Cooking Time: 80-90 minutes
Total Time: 105-120 minutes
Ingredients
- 10 large ripe tomatoes, seeded and peeled - 1-pound grass-fed ground beef
- 2 tablespoons ghee, or fat of choice
- 1 large red onion, chopped
- 10 large garlic cloves, minced
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ tablespoon cayenne, finely chopped
Preparation
Step 1
In a large pot heat ghee over medium heat
Add onions, stir occasionally, sauté until golden, 10-15 minutes
Add garlic, stir occasionally, sauté until golden brown, 5 minutes
Add ground beef, stir occasionally, sauté until brown, 5-10 minutes
Step 2
Meanwhile, place the tomatoes in the food processor
Pulse until smooth or if preferred, dice them
Add tomatoes to the browned ground meat, stir well, bring to a boil
Reduce the heat to low, partially cover pot with the lid, stirring occasionally, simmer for 40-50 minutes
Add cayenne, basil, and sea salt, stir well
Use it in your favorite dish.
Options: Store it up to 7 days in the fridge
Or freeze it up to 3 months