Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Pasta with a rich 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 4-5 liters of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the pot.
- 3
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside. Optionally, drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Making Bolognese Sauce
- 5
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 6
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Brown the Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in the crushed canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine. Mix well.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- 10
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Serving
- 11
Combine and Serve
Serve the spaghetti topped with the Bolognese sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
