Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Traditional Italian pasta dish with meat sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Bolognese Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later use.
Making the Bolognese Sauce
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5
Cook the Beef
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 6-8 minutes.
- 6
Add Red Wine
Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce thickens too much, add some reserved pasta water.
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti bolognese hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese on top.