Description

Classic Spaghetti Bolognese is a beloved dish featuring rich flavors from minced beef, tomatoes, and herbs. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting dinner, an excellent choice for family meals or gatherings.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, peeled and finely diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 carrot, peeled and finely diced
3 chestnut mushrooms, finely diced
450 g (1 lb) minced beef (ground beef)
120 ml (1/2 cup) red wine
3 tbsp tomato puree
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 beef stock cube, crumbled
2 x 400 g (2 x 14 oz) tins finely chopped tomatoes
½ tbsp light brown sugar
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
300 g (10.5 oz) dried spaghetti or fresh pasta
small bunch spring onions (scallions), chopped
grated parmesan

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and continue cooking for another minute.
Add the diced carrot and mushrooms, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Introduce the minced beef to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned.
Pour in the red wine and bring to a boil, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced significantly.
Stir in the tomato puree, oregano, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, crumbled beef stock cube, chopped tomatoes, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
In a separate large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti and serve in bowls, topping each with the Bolognese sauce.
Finish with a sprinkle of chopped spring onions and grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Feel free to use 400g of minced beef if that is what is available; it will work just fine.
For a richer flavor, let the Bolognese sauce simmer a bit longer if time allows.
You can substitute red wine with beef broth for a non-alcoholic version of the dish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg