Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Classic Italian pasta with meat sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bolognese Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente (typically around 8-10 minutes).
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
Preparing the Bolognese Sauce
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 5
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the crushed canned tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Adjust Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Serving
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the Bolognese sauce until well coated.
- 11
Plate and Garnish
Serve the spaghetti Bolognese in bowls, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.