Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Classic Italian 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 salted water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making the Bolognese Sauce
- 4
Heat 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 an additional minute until fragrant.
- 7
Brown the Meat
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 8
Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
- 9
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- 10
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serving
- 11
Combine and Serve
Serve the spaghetti topped with the Bolognese sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.