Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce

January 08, 2015

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Beef, pork and vegetables simmer in a slow cooker to make this hearty pasta sauce.

1 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup ricotta cheese

Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add ground beef and sausage and cook until no longer pink. Drain. Mince onion celery and carrot in a food processor. Transfer to a slow cooker, along with...
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Nutritions

Calories
343

Sodium
721mg
30% DV

Fat
19g
30% DV

Protein
23g
47% DV

Carbs
14g
4% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV