Classic Spaghetti Bolognese
Experience the warmth of homemade Spaghetti Bolognese, a dish that combines rich flavors and comforting aromas. This hearty meal features a savory sauce made from lean ground beef, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit any palate, it’s the perfect recipe for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 500g lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 800g canned whole peeled tomatoes (crushed by hand)
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 100ml red wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping onions, garlic, carrots, and celery into small pieces.
- In a large pan over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions and celery until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and red wine; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Serve spaghetti topped with Bolognese sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg