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Mushroom Bolognese

Mushroom Bolognese

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This hearty mushroom bolognese is packed with flavor and loaded with veggies. This vegan sauce has a rich, satisfying texture that’s perfect for pairing with your favorite pasta.


Ingredients

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  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped into large chunks
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped into large chunks
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped into large chunks
  • 24oz baby bella mushrooms
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 lb dried pasta, cooked (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large food processor, pulse the onion, carrot, and celery until finely minced.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrot and cook for 10 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. In the now empty food processor, add the mushrooms, and pulse until finely minced. (You may need to work in batches.)
  5. Add diced mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have softened and released their moisture.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add garlic, dried sage, salt, thyme, black pepper, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Stir until the vegetables are evenly coated.
  7. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots and celery are tender. For deeper flavor, cook longer on low heat.
  9. Add red wine vinegar and stir to incorporate. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve over cooked pasta, and enjoy!