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Spaghetti bolognese with garnish on a black plate with a napkin.

Spaghetti Alla Bolognese (easy recipe)

Quick and easy spaghetti bolognese with few ingredients
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Course: lunch, lunch box, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: bolognese, ground beef, pasta
Categories: quick easy dinners
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 583kcal

Equipment

  • 2 Sauce pans
  • 1 Colander for draining pasta

Ingredients
  

Bolognese Sauce

  • 1 Tablespoons Olive Oil see note #4
  • 1 Onion medium-sized, diced - See note #1
  • 2 Tablespoons Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (about 400 to 450 g) see note #4
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes (14 oz / 400 g) diced or crushed see note #2
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Oregano
  • 1/2 cup Water see note #3

Spaghetti

  • 8 oz Spaghetti (225 g)
  • 6 cups Water
  • 2 Tablespoons Salt

For Garnish (Optional)

  • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • Basil Leaves fresh

Instructions

Bolognese Sauce

  • In a deep saucepan or skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes or until the onions are softened.
  • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  • Pour in the water (or broth, if using) and simmer for a few minutes until it reduces slightly.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for at least 20, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor.

Prepare Spaghetti

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • b. Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. This typically takes about 8-10 minutes.
  • c. Drain the cooked spaghetti and set aside.

Assemble

  • Option 1: Place a portion of cooked spaghetti on each serving plate. Spoon some bolognese sauce over it.
  • Option 2: Add cooked spaghetti to the bolognese sauce and toss well. This will make sure the pasta absorbs the rich flavors of the sauce.
  • Garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese and basil leaves if desired.

Notes

Note #1: Onions: I have used white onion. Any variety like red or brown is also fine. 
Note #2: Tomatoes: I have used diced canned tomatoes. You can also use whole canned tomatoes, passata, or freshly chopped tomatoes. 1 (14.5-ounce) can equals approximately 3-4 medium tomatoes, or about 1 pound (450 g) 
Note #3: To add more depth of flavor, you can also use beef or chicken broth. If you do, adjust the salt as per taste. 

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1381mg | Potassium: 809mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 244IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 5mg

Disclaimer

Nutrition facts are estimates. Always check with your healthcare provider before making dietary changes.

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