Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsBella CiaoSpaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Inspired by Bella Ciao
Time1h
Serves4

Spaghetti topped with a rich Bolognese sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Meat

    Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the pan. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Liquids

    Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. Then add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the sauce simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Cook the Spaghetti

    While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  6. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Once the sauce is ready, mix in the fresh basil. Serve the sauce over the spaghetti and enjoy!

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