Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Classic spaghetti with a rich meat sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add 400g of spaghetti to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Reserve
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later use.
Making the Meat Sauce
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped medium onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 diced carrot, and 1 diced stalk of celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and aromatic, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Brown the Meat
Add 500g of ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in 400g of canned tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 100ml of red wine. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency. Stir well.
Serving
- 9
Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce until well coated. Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.