Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
Overview:
Spaghetti Bolognese, an iconic Italian dish cherished worldwide, especially in Australia, where it has become a staple comfort food. This recipe promises a hearty meal, rich in flavors, with a savory meat sauce paired perfectly with al dente spaghetti. It’s a perfect option for weeknight dinners, even for beginner cooks, as it requires minimal effort for maximum deliciousness.
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
- Calories per Serving: 914.7
- Keywords: Meat, European, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Onion |
| 1 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | Beef mince |
| 500g | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Tomato paste |
| 1/2 tsp | Dried oregano |
| 1/2 tsp | Dried basil |
| 1 | Spaghetti |
| 1 | Parmesan cheese |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Begin by finely chopping the onions and mincing the garlic cloves.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese if not already grated.
- Set a large pot of water to boil for cooking the spaghetti later.
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Cooking the Meat Sauce:
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pan, stirring continually for about 2 minutes until they soften and become fragrant.
- Increase the heat to high and add the beef mince to the pan.
- Cook the mince for approximately 3 minutes or until it turns brown, ensuring it breaks up properly as it cooks.
- Once the mince is browned, add the undrained, chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan.
- Sprinkle in the dried oregano and basil, stirring well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer uncovered for 1 and a half hours or until it thickens to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
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Cooking the Spaghetti:
- About 20 minutes before serving, cook the spaghetti in the boiling water according to the package instructions until it reaches the desired level of tenderness.
- Once cooked, drain the spaghetti using a colander.
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Assembling the Dish:
- Serve the cooked spaghetti onto plates.
- Ladle the meat sauce generously over the spaghetti.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each plate.
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Tip:
- To save time, consider making the meat sauce in advance and freezing it. Simply reheat it when needed, and you’ll have a delicious meal in no time!
Enjoy!
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this classic Spaghetti Bolognese dish, perfect for satisfying your cravings and impressing your loved ones. Serve it hot and enjoy the comforting taste of Italy combined with the convenience of a homemade meal. Buon appetito! 🍝🇮🇹
