Sunday Night Bolognese

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp olive seed oil

• 1/4 onion (diced)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 16 oz ground beef (80% lean)

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• 1.5 tablespoon salt

• 1 tablespoon pepper

• 3/4 cup red wine

• 1 (28 oz can) crushed tomatoes

• 3 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon oregano

• 8 oz bag of paparadelle ( or your favorite pasta!)

• Grated parmesan cheese for topping

• Fresh basil for topping (optional)

Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total: 55 mins

Serving Size: 3-4

Directions:

1. In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add oil followed by the onion. Let cook for 5 mins or until onion become translucent

2. Stir in minced garlic and let cook for another 5 mins

3. Increase heat to medium high and add ground beef. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Actively stirring, cook meat for 4-5 mins

4. Add red wine, stir and let cook for 3 mins

5. Reduce heat to medium then add crushed tomatoes and brown sugar. Mix throughly and let simmer for 10 mins

6. Reduce heat to medium/low and add oregano. Let cook for 15

7. In the meantime, bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook up pasta

8. In a large serving bowl, add cooked pasta and top with bolognese followed by parmesan and basil.