How to Cook Slow Cooker Bolognese Like A Professional

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Slow cooker bolognese –When it comes to comfort food, few dishes hit the spot quite like a rich, heartwarming slow cooker Bolognese sauce. Perfect for a family gathering or a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is all about depth of flavor and ease of preparation. Gather your loved ones around and let’s get cooking!

Perfect Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce

This Bolognese sauce is the real deal, combining fresh ingredients and the magic of slow cooking to create something truly special. Trust me when I say that once you’ve tried this homemade sauce, you’ll never want to go back to the jarred stuff!

Perfect Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, finely diced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely diced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked pasta or spaghetti, for serving

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Transfer the cooked vegetables to your slow cooker. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef and pork, breaking it up as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat and add the meat to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, and add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir everything together until well combined.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer it simmers, the deeper the flavors will get!
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the whole milk. This adds a creamy richness that makes the sauce irresistible.
  6. Once ready, remove the bay leaf, serve the Bolognese sauce over your favorite pasta, and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

There you have it—a luscious slow cooker Bolognese sauce that’ll warm you from the inside out. Pair it with a fresh side salad and some garlic bread, and you’ve got a feast everyone will love!