Description
Spaghetti Bolognese is a comforting Italian dish, featuring a rich meat sauce paired with al dente pasta, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (2 cans)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 grated carrot
For Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 12 ounces spaghetti (whole wheat or gluten-free if preferred)
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil, then toss in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent and fragrant, about five minutes.
- 2. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned all over, approximately seven minutes. Ensure no pink bits remain.
- 3. Add Veggies: Stir in the grated carrot along with the canned tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well until combined.
- 4. Season It Up: Sprinkle in oregano and basil, along with salt and pepper to taste. Allow to simmer gently on low heat for about 20-30 minutes.
- 5. Cook Your Pasta: While the sauce simmers, bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- 6. Serve It Up: Toss the drained spaghetti with the bolognese sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg