Crock Pot Bison Bolognese

Indulge in the rich flavors of Crock Pot Bison Bolognese, a hearty and savory dish perfect for any occasion. Find the mouthwatering recipe here!

Crock Pot Bison Bolognese

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground bison

• 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided

• 1 medium onion, chopped very fine

• 1 medium carrot, chopped very fine

• 2 celery stalks, chopped very fine

• 4 garlic cloves, chopped

• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste

• 1 cup of red wine

• 1 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes

• 2 beef bouillon cubes, crushed

• 2 teaspoons sugar

• 2 bay leaves

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Red pepper flakes (optional)

• ½ cup whole milk or half and half

• 1 pound of your favorite pasta

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil/ When it is hot, add the ground bison.  Brown the meat for 3-4 minutes, breaking it up with a large wooden spoon.

2. Add the meat to the crock pot when it is browned.  Add the remaining olive oil, onion, carrot, and celery to the same pan.  Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.  Add the chopped garlic, salt, and pepper, and stir until fragrant.  Then add the tomato paste and stir well for another 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the wine and scrape any bits stuck to the pan's bottom. Bring mixture to a boil, and cook 2-3 minutes

4. Add everything in the pan to the crockpot, including the crushed tomatoes, beef bouillon, bay leaves, and sugar, and stir everything well.

5. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 6-7 hours.  Then stir in the dairy, check to see if it needs to be seasoned, and allow to get hot again

Serve over or with your favorite pasta and garnish with red pepper flakes

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Recipe attribution to Wild Oasis Bison

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