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Braised Chuck Bolognese

Prep time
15 minutes PT15M
Cook time
3–4 hours PT3–4H
Yield
12 servings
Difficulty
2 out of 5 on the difficulty scale
Braised Chuck Bolognese Nugget Markets signature recipes

This mouthwatering meat sauce is surprisingly simple to create. Just make sure you have enough time to let it simmer a few hours for maximum flavor, then enjoy it with pasta, potatoes, or lasagna!

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
  • 2 yellow onions, medium-diced
  • 2 medium carrots, medium-diced
  • 4 stalks celery, medium-diced
  • 1 leek (white part only), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 quarts beef broth
  • 2 cartons (26.46 ounces each) chopped tomatoes
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Cracked black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large soup pot over high heat, then add the beef chuck and sear until well browned.

Add remaining olive oil, herbs, and vegetables, then sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Deglaze with beef broth, then add tomatoes and simmer for 3–4 hours.

Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.