Classic Bolognese ragout

By the GetYourMacros team · 31 August 2026

A rich and traditional meat sauce made with lean beef and a slow-cooked vegetable base.

• Time 65 min
• Course First course
• Diet Omnivore
• Cuisine Italian

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 150 g Lean beef mince (5% fat)
• 200 g Tomato passata
• 40 g Onion
• 40 g Carrots
• 30 g Celery
• 5 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• Tomato paste to taste

Quantities are for one serving: multiply by the number of people. Calories and macros are computed on the app's food database, ingredient by ingredient.

Method

1. Finely mince the onion, carrot, and celery for the soffritto.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pot and sauté the vegetables over low heat for 10 minutes.
3. Increase the heat to medium and add the lean beef mince.
4. Brown the meat thoroughly, breaking it up with a wooden spoon for about 8 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to intensify the flavor.
6. Pour in the tomato passata and a splash of water, then reduce heat to low.
7. Simmer gently for at least 45 minutes, adding water if it becomes too dry.
8. Season with salt and pepper before serving over your choice of pasta.

Tips

• Cook in a large batch and freeze in single portions for quick future meals.
• A tiny pinch of nutmeg added at the end brings out the authentic Bolognese aroma.

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