Description

This Classic Spaghetti Bolognese is a favorite for its rich flavor and easy preparation. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner that the entire family will enjoy, featuring ground beef, fragrant herbs, and savory tomatoes.

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 olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add diced carrot and finely chopped mushrooms, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Introduce minced beef, cooking for 5-6 minutes while breaking up any large chunks until browned.
Pour in red wine, bringing the mixture to a boil. Let it bubble for 2-3 minutes until reduced by three-quarters.
Mix in tomato puree, oregano, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, crumbled beef stock cube, tinned tomatoes, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
In a separate large pot, boil salted water and cook spaghetti for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti and portion it into four bowls. Top with the Bolognese sauce.
Sprinkle chopped spring onions and grated parmesan on top before serving.

Notes

Feel free to use 400g of minced beef if that’s what’s available.
For a vegetarian version, substitute minced beef with lentils or a plant-based meat alternative.
Serve with garlic bread on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg