Homemade Bolognese Sauce

Step 1

Cook onion in oil over medium heat until it starts to soften, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, carrot and celery. Cook until softened, an additional 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add beef and pork. Brown until no pink remains. Drain fat. Add wine and simmer until evaporated, about 7-9 minutes. Add milk and simmer until evaporated, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, tomatoes with juice and bay leaf. Break tomatoes up with a spoon. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until thickened. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 ½ cups of pasta water.

Step 5

Toss pasta with sauce adding pasta water to thin out if needed.

Step 6

Serve hot with parmesan cheese.