As we dry off our tears that summer is ending, lets send it off with one last hurrah. It will be another 10 months until we can get our hands on the years greatest produce, so really soak it up.

My favorite way to send off summer is by paying homage to all those amazing, juicy heirloom tomatoes and creating a delicious turkey Bolognese sauce. I like to use heirloom tomatoes because they have thin skins, making it unnecessary to peel them before cooking. This recipe works great for any overripe or slightly bruised tomatoes you might have sitting on your counter.

In simple terms, Bolognese is an Italian meat sauce that simmers for hours to create a rich and decadent gravy. That might sound tedious, but once everything is added to the pot its really a set it and forget it process. Traditionally, Italians use ground beef or pork (or both!), but in an effort to lighten things up I like to use ground turkey. Feel free to use what youre comfortable with the amount of meat stays the same, whichever you choose.