veggie loaded bolognese sauce
A nutrient-dense, postpartum-friendly take on a classic family favorite.
Why This is Great for Postpartum Recovery:
This Bolognese is packed with essential nutrients to support healing, energy, and overall postpartum health:
• Grass-fed beef mince – High in iron and B12 to replenish blood loss and support energy levels. Grass-fed beef has a high nutritional quality over grain feed beef.
• Bone broth powder – Rich in collagen and gelatin for tissue repair, gut health, and skin recovery.
• Dried liver powder – A powerhouse of iron, vitamin A, and B vitamins to aid postpartum healing and energy.
• Garlic & onion – Immune-boosting and great for gut health.
• Carrots, zucchini, celery & mushrooms – Full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins to support digestion, reduce inflammation, and promote hormone balance.
• Prasada tomato sauce & tomato paste – Provide lycopene and vitamin C for immune and skin health.
• Oregano, basil & thyme – These herbs are naturally anti-inflammatory and support digestion.
Ingredients:
1 kg grass-fed beef mince
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped or grated
1 zucchini, finely chopped or grated
1-2 portobello mushrooms, finely chopped
2-3 sticks celery, finely chopped
1 jar Prasada tomato sauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp each oregano, basil & thyme
1 tbsp bone broth powder
1 tsp dried liver powder
Olive oil for cooking
Method:
1. Sauté the aromatics:
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
2. Brown the beef:
Add the grass-fed mince, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned.
3. Add the veggies:
Stir in the carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
4. Build the sauce:
Mix in the tomato paste, followed by the Prasada sauce, oregano, basil, and thyme. Stir well.
5. Boost with nutrients:
Sprinkle in the bone broth powder and dried liver powder, stirring to combine.
6. Simmer to perfection:
Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for at least 20 minutes (longer if you have time) to deepen the flavors.
7. Serve & enjoy!
Serve over pasta, mashed sweet potato, or zucchini noodles for a nutrient-rich meal.
Batch-cook this sauce and freeze it in portions for easy, nourishing postpartum meals!