Comments on: Spaghetti Bolognese

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:36:03 +0000

In reply to Tanya. I'm so happy you liked it Tanya! It's true, in my opinion you can't beat the wine, but chicken broth is a nice sub. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!

By: Tanya

Tanya — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 01:30:10 +0000

This was delicious. I had everything in my fridge besides the red wine so I omitted that and used some chicken broth instead. I’m sure that the flavor would have been deeper with the wine but I’m still happy with the flavor. I also added a little salt and pepper with each step. I definitely will be making it again!

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 21:31:28 +0000

In reply to Sian. Hi Sian! You would want to use 1/2 cup Red Wine Vinegar combined with 1/2 cup water. Enjoy!

By: Sian

Sian — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:56:12 +0000

Hi,
If I want to use red wine vinegar as a non-alcoholic substitute, am I using one cup?
Many thanks.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 03 May 2023 16:53:11 +0000

In reply to Lynda. Hi Lynda!! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this!! I agree, the seasonings are definitely different here- I actually got this recipe from The Olive Garden awhile ago! So funny, right? Otherwise I think I would approached the seasonings differently, but I really like the way they taste! I'm so happy that you are enjoying the recipes, I love your positive energy- it's contagious! :)

By: Lynda

Lynda — Wed, 03 May 2023 15:48:34 +0000

I also had an Italian grandmother and mom since I was born in northern Italy. Your sauce starts with carrots, onion and celery… mirepoix…bravo! Our bolognese sauce never includes sausage, basil or oregano..it’s a no no.
Your cooking process is similar including the red wine but our spices are bay leaves, allspice, touch of cloves, rosemary; tad unusual but coming from a region in Bologna ( where the sauce gets its name) it’s what my famiky has used for generations.
Just wanted to bring a different perspective to Bolognese sugo di carne!
I love your recipes and have used many of them especially your sausage and tortellini soup…BRAVA!!

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:54:38 +0000

In reply to Julie Deutsch. Wow I love hearing such great comments Julie, it makes me so happy when even the picky eaters in the family enjoy these meals. I have picky eaters at home too so every recipe goes through serious testing lol! Thanks so much for the great comments and review!

By: Julie Deutsch

Julie Deutsch — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 23:28:08 +0000

This is probably the 15th recipe I’ve tried from here. I had purchased your cookbook for my daughter, who the other night made this spaghetti, she called me to tell me how good it was and her 3 year old daughter who doesn’t like anything, loved this as did her husband and other daughter. So, I decided to give it a try tonight. REALLY good!!!! I scaled this for 10 servings, since I often feed my sister and her kids, who live down the road because she’s busy working full time. Based on your notes, I did use 1 bay leaf and cream cheese. 1 extra carrot and the recipe scaled to 10 only called for 1/4 tsp of both Rosemary and sage, I used 1/2 tsp. Other than that, I followed it to the letter. Once again, this is picky husband approved (although I have to put all tomatoes, yes even crushed, into the blender or he won’t eat it SMH!)
This is the only site I have found that is suitable for my VERY picky husband. You knock these recipes out of the park, every. single. time. Keep them coming 🙂

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:34:19 +0000

In reply to Rosemary Stamm. Wow this really is the ultimate compliment coming from someone with an Italian grandmother! Thanks so much for the great comments and for taking the time to leave a review Rosemary!

By: Rosemary Stamm

Rosemary Stamm — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:48:36 +0000

I grew up with an Italian grandmother and mother, so I’ve been making and eating pasta sauces my whole life. I have to admit, I’ve never tasted a meat sauce so flavorful! I was a little skeptical since my usual spices weren’t included in this recipe (oregano and basil) and it called for spices that I didn’t even know would work in Italian food. Not to mention, I’ve never added carrots or celery to a pasta sauce. It all came together perfectly and I’m not sure I’ll ever make a meat sauce any other way.
SO delicious…thank you so much!!