Jul 14 2026

Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

shaved brussels, pickled apple slaw

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Ingredients

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Spaghetti Bolognese

Shaved Brussels and Pickled Apple Slaw

Method

Spaghetti Bolognese

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Brown the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 7-10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Garlic and Tomatoes

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Then add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef stock, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Combine with Spaghetti

    Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and mix well. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.

Shaved Brussels and Pickled Apple Slaw

  1. 7

    Prepare the Slaw

    In a large bowl, combine the shaved brussels sprouts, julienned apple, and grated carrot.

  2. 8

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 9

    Combine and Toss

    Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste and let it sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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