Mushroom Bolognese: A Hearty, Easy Twist on Classic Comfort Food
A rich and savory mushroom bolognese that redefines classic comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 pound pasta of choice
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Add chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Add balsamic vinegar just before serving.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and combine with the sauce.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of cream or milk just before serving.
- Serve with fresh herbs and grated cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mushroom bolognese