Hearty Vegetarian Bolognese with the Best Meat-Like Texture (from Veggies!)

Name: Hearty Vegetarian Bolognese with the Best Meat-Like Texture (from Veggies!)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 170 grams yellow onion (about 1 small); 40 grams shallot (about 1 small); 100 grams celery stalks (about 2 medium); 100 grams carrot (about 1 large); 270 grams cauliflower (half of a small head); 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 6 cloves garlic (minced); 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped); 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme (finely chopped); 6 ounces tomato paste; ½ cup red wine; 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian); 1 bay leaf; ½ cup dried lentils; 2 ½ cups vegetable stock; ½ Tablespoon vegetable bouillon; 28 ounce can San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes; ½ cup whole milk or half and half; 2 Tablespoons butter; 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional); ½ cup Reserved pasta water (more as needed); 16 ounces pappardelle pasta; grated parmesan (optional, for garnish); fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:45min

Fall in love with this meatless bolognese - whether or not you're vegetarian! A finely diced mixture of carrots, onion, celery, and cauliflower mimics the texture of meat, along with a small amount of lentils. Packed with flavor thanks to fresh herbs and a rich tomato base, this is one pasta sauce you'll be serving on repeat!

Updated at: Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:39:12 GMT