Paleo Bolognese over Spaghetti Squash

Rich, slow-simmered meat sauce is one of those deeply satisfying comfort foods that can feel off-limits when you're eating grain-free — but this version proves otherwise. A blend of ground beef and ground pork builds serious depth of flavor, while a classic soffritto of onion, carrots, and celery gives the sauce that slow-cooked, Sunday-dinner complexity. Tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and a splash of red wine vinegar round everything out into a sauce that tastes like it's been going all day, even on a weeknight. The real magic is the roasted spaghetti squash, which transforms in the oven into tender, fork-pulled strands that hold up beautifully under a generous ladle of Bolognese. There's no pasta swap that feels like a compromise here — the squash brings its own mild sweetness that actually complements the savory sauce. Serves 4, so it's just as good for a family dinner as it is for meal-prepping lunches through the week. Finish it with a little torn fresh basil and you've got a bowl that looks and tastes like pure Italian comfort, no grains required.

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