Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Classic Italian pasta dish 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 salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making the Bolognese Sauce
- 3
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5
Brown the Meat
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the chopped basil just before serving.
Serving
- 9
Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the Bolognese sauce. Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
