Easy Bolognese Sauce

Heat olive oil in a saucepan and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced carrots and ground round. Season  with salt and pepper. Add red wine (if using) and let it reduce until dry.

Add diced tomatoes and water or stock. Simmer for about 20 minutes to let the flavors develop. Adjust seasoning if needed. Add fresh basil.

Storing tip: This sauce will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. To prevent spoilage, transfer hot bolognese sauce to a bowl. Fill a bigger bowl with ice water, then nestle the bowl with the sauce in it to quickly cool it down. Transfer to a container and cover before placing it in the refrigerator.