Beef Bolognese with Tomato, Celery and Wine

Name: Beef Bolognese with Tomato, Celery and Wine
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 6 portions
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients: 500 g ground beef; 1 large onion; 1 medium carrot; 1–2 stalks celery; 400 g canned tomatoes; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 100 ml dry red or white wine; 3–4 tbsp olive oil; 20 g butter; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

A gently simmered ground-beef ragù with vegetables, tomatoes and wine.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 1 hr 50 minMakes 6 portions

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Beef Bolognese with Tomato and Wine is a gently simmered ground-beef ragù with vegetables, tomatoes and wine. This English recipe is based on the original article, “Соус болоньєзе рецепт класичний італійський,” and keeps its main ingredients and cooking sequence. Read the ingredient list first, then prepare the equipment and work through the steps in order. A gentle simmer develops flavour without scorching. Toss with cooked pasta and finish with grated hard cheese. The indicated times are practical estimates: the size of your pan or appliance, the thickness of the ingredients and any resting or cooling period can change when the dish is ready. Use the doneness cue in the instructions and follow the storage note if you have leftovers.

Beef Bolognese with Tomato, Celery and Wine

How to tell when it is ready

Taste, season with salt and black pepper and serve hot.

Tips

A gentle simmer develops flavour without scorching.
Measure the ingredients before starting.
Follow the texture and doneness cues in the method; appliance settings and ingredient size vary.
Review the ingredient options before making substitutions.

Troubleshooting

A gentle simmer develops flavour without scorching.
Check the measured ingredients and cooking cue if the texture differs from the recipe.

Serving suggestions

Toss with cooked pasta and finish with grated hard cheese.
Serve at the temperature stated in the final step.
Store any leftovers using the storage directions below.

Storage

Cool promptly and refrigerate up to 3 days; reheat thoroughly.

Beef Bolognese is ready to serve when the final cooking and cooling cues have been met.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Beef Bolognese with Tomato, Celery and Wine