Spaghetti Bolognese
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of classic Spaghetti Bolognese, a hearty Italian favorite that's perfect for family dinners or elegant entertaining. This recipe pairs tender spaghetti with a robust sauce made from savory ground beef, sweet canned tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a splash of red wine for depth. Enhanced with a trio of fresh vegetables—onion, carrot, and celery—and seasoned with oregano and basil, the sauce simmers to perfection for an irresistible taste. Topped with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just over an hour, Spaghetti Bolognese is a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Perfect for keywords like "homemade spaghetti bolognese," "authentic Italian pasta recipe," and "easy family dinner ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 1 medium, chopped carrot
- 1 chopped celery stick
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 500 g ground beef
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 400 g canned tomatoes
- 250 ml beef stock
- 125 ml red wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 50 g, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
While the water is heating, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
Increase the heat to high, add the ground beef, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, mixing well with the meat.
Pour in the canned tomatoes, beef stock, and red wine, stirring to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in the boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Once the sauce has thickened, adjust seasoning if necessary.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce, or serve the sauce over the pasta.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.0 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.4 g | 257% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 410 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 4199 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.6 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.7 g | ||
| Protein | 133.0 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 4314 mg | 92% | |
*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.
