Easy One Dish Spaghetti Bolognese
Effortlessly whip up a comforting, flavorful meal with this Easy One Dish Spaghetti Bolognese! Perfectly combining tender spaghetti and a rich, meaty tomato sauce, this recipe eliminates the need for extra pots and pans by cooking it all in one skillet or pot. A harmonious blend of aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil elevate the hearty ground beef (or pork) base, while canned crushed tomatoes create a luscious sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. With only 10 minutes of prep and just 30 minutes to bring it all together, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or when you crave a classic Italian-inspired dish with minimal cleanup. Top with freshly grated parmesan and parsley for an irresistible finishing touch that will have your family coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams ground beef or pork
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups water
- 300 grams spaghetti, broken in half
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef or pork, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and give everything a good stir.
Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once simmering, add the broken spaghetti, ensuring all the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet or pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is cooked al dente and the sauce has thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it up.
Serve warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.6 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 4535 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.6 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 133.5 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 988 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 4448 mg | 95% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
