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White Bolognese Sauce

White Bolognese Sauce

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This White Bolognese Sauce is a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic Bolognese sauce. It features a blend of ground pork, pancetta, and aromatic vegetables simmered in white wine, chicken broth, and milk for a rich and satisfying sauce.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

    • 4 oz pancetta, diced
    • 2 carrots, diced
    • 2 stalks celery, diced
    • 1 onion, diced
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 pounds ground pork
    • Salt, to taste
    • 1 cup dry white wine
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cup whole milk

Seasonings:

  • 2 bay leaves
  • 10 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 2-inch parmesan rind

Instructions

  1. Cook Pancetta: In a large pot, cook the diced pancetta until crisp. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté carrots, celery, onion, and garlic until softened.
  3. Add Meat: Add ground pork, season with salt, and cook until browned.
  4. Deglaze: Pour in white wine to deglaze the pot.
  5. Simmer: Add chicken broth, herbs, nutmeg, and parmesan rind. Simmer for 1-2 hours.
  6. Finish: Stir in milk and cooked pancetta. Simmer for additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Serve: Remove herbs and parmesan rind before serving over pasta.

Notes

  • This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning and thickness of the sauce to your preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg