Description

This Classic Spaghetti Bolognese stands out for its rich and hearty flavor made with simple ingredients like minced beef, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. It’s an easy-to-make meal ideal for busy weeknights, satisfying the entire family with its comforting taste!

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
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 and add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes until softened, stirring frequently.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Stir in the diced carrot and mushrooms, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the minced beef to the pan, cooking until browned for 5-6 minutes while breaking up large chunks with a spatula.
Pour in the red wine and bring to a boil. Allow it to bubble for 2-3 minutes until reduced by three-quarters.
Stir in the tomato puree, dried oregano, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, crumbled beef stock cube, chopped tomatoes, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Meanwhile, boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti and portion it into 4 bowls.
Top each serving with the bolognese sauce, sprinkling with chopped spring onions and grated parmesan before serving.

Notes

You can adjust the quantity of minced beef to 400g if that’s the available pack size.
Fresh pasta can be substituted for dried spaghetti for a different texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 680
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 75g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg