Beef Bolognese
activeRich and hearty meat sauce served over spaghetti
HeartyFlat TopSaute
6 portions55 min labor
Instructions
1. Dice onions, carrots, and garlic finely.
2. Brown ground beef in a heavy-bottomed pot, breaking into small pieces.
3. Remove beef, saute vegetables in the same pot until soft.
4. Return beef to pot, add crushed tomatoes.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
6. Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
8. Serve sauce over pasta, finish with parmesan.
Cost Summary
Batch (6 portions)
Food Cost
$21.49
Labor Cost
$22.92
Total Cost
$44.41
Per Item
Food Cost
$3.58
Total Cost
$7.40
Menu Price
$29.00
Profit
$21.60
Margin
74.5%
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Unit | Line Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pepper | 0.25 | oz | $0.16 |
| Carrots | 0.50 | lb | $0.45 |
| Crushed Tomatoes 28oz | 28 | oz | $3.49 |
| Dried Oregano | 0.25 | oz | $0.17 |
| Dried Spaghetti | 1 | lb | $1.50 |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 2 | oz | $0.38 |
| Garlic Heads | 2 | ea | $1.20 |
| Ground Beef | 2 | lb | $11.00 |
| Kosher Salt | 0.50 | oz | $0.05 |
| Parmesan Cheese | 4 | oz | $2.25 |
| Yellow Onions | 1 | lb | $0.85 |
Cook History
- Cooked on Feb 27, 2026 (menu: Feb 27, 2026)
- Cooked on Feb 24, 2026 (menu: Feb 24, 2026)
Ratings
3.5 / 5(2)- ★★★☆☆Needs more seasoning next timeMar 2, 2026
- ★★★★☆Mar 2, 2026