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Beef and Sausage Bolognese

A chunky beef and sausage bolognese sauce served over penne pasta.  This dutch oven bolognese recipe is cooked low and slow for a thick and meaty sauce.

 

beef and sausage bolognese in dutch oven

 
This is a classic Italian sauce that is simmered for hours and is even better served the next day.  Our beef and sausage bolognese is thick and meaty and the Pancetta gives it a rich smoky flavor.  
 
chunky bolognese sauce over penne and topped with parmesan cheese
 
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This chunky bolognese sauce recipe totally worth taking the extra time.   And it can be served with penne or any of your favorite pastas.  Top with parmesan cheese or not.    For a spicer bolognese sauce add a few sprinkles of dried red pepper as you are cooking or even when serving. 
 

Rich and Chunky Bolognese Sauce Recipe:

Ingredients:
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound mild ground Italian Sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 5 ounces of pancetta, chopped
  • 3 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 28 ounce can of diced tomatoes with the juice
  • 1 cup of red wine
  • 32 ounces tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
To Serve:
  • Penne Pasta
  • Parmesan cheese, grated

Equipment Needed: 

 

How to make beef and sausage bolognese in dutch oven:

Instructions:

  • Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium high heat.  Add the Italian Sausage and ground beef, breaking up as it browns.  (we use our handy mix and chopper to easily break up the meats)
  • Cook meat until it is no longer pink and brown throughout.  Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm. 
  • Add another tablespoon to the dutch oven and add the celery, carrots, onion and pancetta.  Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are soft. 
  • Add the tomato paste, the tomatoes, red wine and beef broth and stir to combine and deglaze the pan.  
  • Return the meat to the dutch oven and bring to a gentle boil, stirring to combine. 
  • Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 3-4 hours. Check the pot every 30 minutes, stirring and adding more broth if needed to keep the meat covered as it cooks. 
  • When the sauce is rich and thick, remove from heat.  This beef and sausage bolognese can be refrigerated up to 2-3 days at this point.  
  • Prepare the penne according to the package directions and drain. 
  • Serve the penne with topped with plenty of chunky bolognese sauce.  Add shaved or shedded parmesan cheese if desired. 

 

beef and sausage bolognese

 

This recipe makes enough bolognese sauce for 12 people.   So it’s a great idea to refrigerate or freeze half unless you are expecting a big crowd for dinner.  

 

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5 from 12 votes

Beef and Sausage Bolognese Sauce

A chunky beef and sausage bolognese sauce served over penne pasta. This dutch oven bolognese recipe is cooked low and slow for a thick and meaty sauce.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: beef and sausage bolognese sauce, Chunky bolognese sauce, dutch oven bolognese
Servings: 12
Calories: 594kcal
Author: Evelyn

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound mild ground Italian Sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 carrots finely chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 5 ounces pancetta chopped
  • 3 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes with the juice
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 32 ounces tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth

To Serve:

  • 24 ounces Penne Pasta
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the Italian Sausage and ground beef, breaking up as it cooks. (we use our handy mix and chopper to easily break up the meats)
  • Cook meat until it is no longer pink and brown throughout. Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  • Add another tablespoon to the dutch oven and add the celery, carrots, onion and pancetta. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  • Add the tomato paste, the tomatoes, red wine and beef broth and stir to combine and deglaze the pan.
  • Return the cooked meat to the dutch oven and bring to a gentle boil, stirring to combine.
  • Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 3-4 hours. Check the pot every 30 minutes, stirring and adding more broth if needed to keep the meat covered as it cooks.
  • When the sauce is rich and thick, remove from heat. This beef and sausage bolognese can be refrigerated up to 2-3 days at this point.
  • Cook the penne according to the package directions and drain.
  • Serve the penne with topped with plenty of chunky bolognese sauce. Add shaved or shedded parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

This recipe serves 12 people so it's a great idea to refrigerate or freeze half unless you are expecting a big crowd for dinner. 

Nutrition

Calories: 594kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1217mg | Potassium: 753mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3009IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 3mg

 

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A chunky beef and sausage bolognese sauce is cooked in a dutch oven and served over penne pasta. 

Recipe Rating




Karly

Sunday 23rd of February 2014

This was so delicious and wonderful! Thanks for sharing!

Michelle Meche

Sunday 16th of February 2014

Oh my goodness this would be a dangerous thing for me to make. I know I would stuff myself! Loving the pancetta! Thanks for sharing.

Miz Helen

Sunday 16th of February 2014

Hi Evelyn,Your Bolognese Sauce looks so rich and delicious! Thank you so much for sharing this awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!Miz Helen

Natasha

Saturday 15th of February 2014

I am definitely interested in trying this recipe. It looks delicious

Cindy

Saturday 15th of February 2014

This is a flavor packed bolognese sauce. Thanks again for sharing.