Batch Bolognese Sauce for the Freezer
A deep, slow simmered meat sauce you make once and freeze in portions for quick spaghetti nights.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.17 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large heavy pan over a medium heat. Cook the onion, carrot and celery for 10 minutes until soft and sweet.
10 min - 2
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Turn the heat up, add the mince and brown it for 8 minutes, breaking up any lumps.
8 min - 3
Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 2 minutes until it darkens.
- 4
Add the tomatoes, stock, oregano, bay leaves and pepper. Bring to a gentle bubble.
- 5
Simmer with the lid half on for 45 minutes, stirring now and then, until thick and rich.
45 min - 6
Remove the bay leaves. Cool completely, then freeze flat in bags in portions of about 2 servings. Keeps for 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat until steaming, then toss through hot pasta.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.