Spaghetti Bolognese
A classic Italian dish with a rich meat sauce simmered with tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs.
Ready in
40 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
550
Pan
Pot
Knife
Cutting board
Quantities adjust from the original 4 servings. Fixed items stay unchanged.
Bolognese sauce
Pasta
- 1
Build the base
5 min1Build the base
5 minHeat a little oil in a pan and sauté the onion, carrot, and garlic until softened.
Cook gently to release natural sweetness.
- 2
Cook the beef
5 min2Cook the beef
5 minAdd the ground beef and cook until browned.
Break it up well for an even texture.
- 3
Add tomato
3 min3Add tomato
3 minStir in the tomato paste, then add the tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes.
Cook the paste briefly to deepen flavor.
- 4
Simmer
25 min4Simmer
25 minSeason with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add the bouquet garni, cover, and simmer on low heat for 20–30 minutes.
Slow cooking develops richer flavor.
- 5
Cook the pasta
10 min5Cook the pasta
10 minCook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
Salt the water well for better taste.
- 6
Serve
2 min6Serve
2 minServe the pasta topped with the rich Bolognese sauce.
Serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Simmer longer for deeper flavor.
- Use good quality tomatoes.
- Serve immediately.
- Calories
- 550
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