Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Classic spaghetti with a rich and savory 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 salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Usually, this takes about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making the Bolognese Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 7
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the meat is browned and no longer pink.
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine. Stir well to combine.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir to incorporate all flavors.
- 10
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- 11
Serve
Serve the Bolognese sauce over the cooked spaghetti, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
