Making traditional Bolognese sauce can seem really tough for many beginner cooks. Here are some challenges you might face:

1. Finding Good Ingredients: It can be hard to get the right mix of fresh and high-quality ingredients. You need good meats, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful vegetables.

   • Tip: Spend some time getting to know local farmers or visit farmers' markets to find the best ingredients.

2. Cooking Skills: To get the right texture and deep flavors, you need to be patient and practice cooking techniques like sautéing and simmering.

   • Tip: Get better by practicing often. Start with easier Italian recipes before trying Bolognese.

3. Time Needed: Making traditional Bolognese sauce takes a lot of time. It can take hours of slow cooking.

   • Tip: Get things ready ahead of time, like chopping vegetables or browning meat, to make cooking easier.

4. Keeping It Consistent: It can be frustrating to try and make a sauce at home that tastes as good as what you’d get in a restaurant.

   • Tip: Keep a cooking journal to write down what changes you make, so you can recreate successful dishes.

In the end, even though making Bolognese sauce might be hard, every challenge helps you learn and enjoy this classic dish even more.