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Pumpkin Beef Bolognese

Delicious Pumpkin Beef Bolognese Recipe for Cozy Family Dinners

Try this Pumpkin Beef Bolognese for a delightful twist on the classic meat sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 medium Onions diced
  • 3 medium Carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 Ribs Celery diced
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef
  • 1 1/2 cup Dry White Wine
  • 2 cups Skim Milk
  • 30 oz Pure Pumpkin from a can
  • 1/2 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves
  • More Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper. Sweat the veggies, stirring often, until softened but not browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef and break apart to fully cook.
  3. Add the white wine and cook until very little liquid remains, another 8-10 minutes.
  4. Reduce to a low heat before adding the pumpkin, milk, and remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes (or longer) to allow flavors to develop. Salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 17gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 50mg

Notes

Feel free to swap ground beef for turkey or use lentils for a veggie version. Let the finished dish rest for optimal texture before serving.

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