Creamy Sausage Bolognese Recipe by Tasty

Creamy Sausage Bolognese Recipe by Tasty

This hearty pasta dish features a rich and savory sausage bolognese sauce. Tossed with your favorite pasta and finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, it's a comforting and satisfying meal that's easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion

    finely diced

  • 2 carrots

    finely diced

  • 2 stalks celery

    finely diced

  • 3 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 2 italian sausages

    casings removed, 1 sweet, 1 hot

  • 1 lb ground sirloin
  • salt
    to taste
  • pepper
    to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 28 oz crushed tomato
  • 16 oz beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 lb penne pasta

    cooked to box instructions

  • parmesan cheese

    shavings

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, set on medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the onions, celery, carrots, and garlic until they are soft, about 10-15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the ground beef and the sausages. Season with salt and pepper, and break up the meat with a spoon and frying until no longer pink.

  4. 4

    Next, add the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red wine. Stir and reduce until the wine has almost completely evaporated.

  5. 5

    Now add all the remaining ingredients, except the parmesan and cream. Stir to ensure everything is well mixed.

  6. 6

    Simmer for 30 minutes to 3 hours. The longer the simmer, the deeper and more concentrated the flavor.

  7. 7

    Stir in the parmesan and cream to the sausage bolognese.

  8. 8

    Add the cooked pasta to the sauce.

  9. 9

    Serve with more parmesan, if desired.

  10. 10

    Enjoy!

Creamy Sausage Bolognese Recipe by Tasty

Creamy Sausage Bolognese Recipe by Tasty

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply satisfying pasta dish that truly nourishes the soul? This Creamy Sausage Bolognese delivers an incredibly rich, savory experience, perfect for transforming any meal into a comforting occasion that feels both hearty and special. The magic lies in the hearty base of both sweet and hot Italian sausages combined with ground sirloin, building profound layers of complex, meaty flavor from the very start. This savory foundation is meticulously simmered with aromatic vegetables, vibrant crushed tomatoes, and a touch of red wine, then finished with heavy cream, creating a luxuriously smooth sauce that beautifully coats every piece of pasta. It’s the kind of dish where every ingredient plays a vital role in crafting a truly memorable taste. Prepare for a robust and richly textured sauce, bursting with the savory depth of Italian sausage and sirloin, beautifully brightened by the acidity of crushed tomatoes and the classic aromatic foundation of finely diced onion, carrot, and celery. The subtle hint of red wine adds an elegant complexity, while traditional Italian seasoning ties all the vibrant flavors together in perfect harmony. A generous swirl of heavy cream at the very end transforms the sauce into an irresistibly velvety, indulgent dish that is both hearty and refined, promising a deeply comforting and satisfying experience with every forkful. Tailor the heat to your preference by adjusting the ratio of sweet and hot Italian sausages, or feel free to use all of one kind for a milder or spicier profile. If you're looking to vary the meat, ground pork or a different blend of ground beef could also be used in place of or alongside the sirloin for a slightly different flavor. While penne pasta is suggested for its ability to hold the rich sauce, this versatile bolognese pairs wonderfully with other sturdy pasta shapes like rigatoni, tagliatelle, or even wide pappardelle, allowing you to personalize your perfect pasta experience. This Creamy Sausage Bolognese is an ideal centerpiece for inviting family dinners, cozy gatherings with friends, or simply as a comforting and deeply satisfying weeknight treat. Finish each generous serving with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some delicate Parmesan shavings for an added touch of elegance, enhancing its savory depth and overall appeal.

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