Bolognese Style Mince 2 Ways

Meal-prep and leftovers are perfect with these bolognese-style mince recipes!

All recipes by Thando Manyoni

Ingredients:

  • For the Bolognese:
  • 3-4 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely diced
  • 500g mince
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 ½ cup beef stock
  • For the sandwich:
  • 4 tbsp garlic butter
  • 4 slices of sourdough/ ciabatta
  • 1 cup Bolognese
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan
  • 8 slices of mozzarella
  • 8 slices of gouda cheese

How To Make Bolognese Grilled Cheese Sandwich

  1. Heat the oil in a pot then add the onions and garlic.
  2. Saute until translucent, then add mince and tomato paste and cook until browned.
  3. Add the can of tomatoes, sugar and beef stock. Lower the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes Season to taste.
  4. Assemble the sandwich: Butter one side of each slice of bread
  5. Heat a nonstick grill pan over medium low heat.
  6. Place one slice of bread into the pan buttered side down.
  7. Place 2 slices of cheese on the bread. Add the Bolognese on top of the cheese.
  8. Place 2 more slices on the Bolognese.
  9. Top with the other slice of bread and grill on both sides until golden.
  10. Cover with a lid if needed to melt the cheese.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 300g Zucchini noodles
  • 2 garlic cloves, minces
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2-3 cups ready-made Bolognese
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • Handful fresh coriander, roughly chopped

How To Make Mexican Inspired Zucchini Bolognese

  1. Heat the oil in a large sauce saucepan.
  2. Add the noodles, garlic and spices and toss for 1 minute.
  3. Add the Bolognese and cook for further 1-2 minutes
  4. Fold in the sour cream and combine thoroughly.
  5. Top with cheese and fresh coriander.
  6. Serve immediately.

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