Mushroom Bolognese

Mushroom Bolognese

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30-40 minutes

Serves 4

Healthy
Hearty
Meal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed or finely chopped
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, half sliced and half pulsed in a food processor
  • 1 14 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 14oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 12 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp organic sugar (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in Dutch oven on medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
  2. Add mushrooms to pan, and cook until water has evaporated, this should take 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Once the mixture is mostly dry, add tomato paste and spices. Stir well to coat.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, bring to a low simmer, and reduce heat to medium low.
  5. Cook for 20 to 30 minutes, taste to adjust seasonings. Serve over your favorite pasta.