Classic Spaghetti Bolognese
Introduction:
This Classic Spaghetti Bolognese is the ultimate comfort dish for novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. With a rich, hearty sauce made from fresh vegetables, succulent ground beef, and perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti, this recipe brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. Whether you're preparing a cozy family dinner or a simple yet flavorful meal for yourself, this dish never fails to satisfy.
Advantages of This Recipe:
- Easy to Follow for Beginners: With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, even novice cooks can make this Bolognese sauce successfully, making it a great introduction to homemade Italian cooking.
- Nutritious and Balanced: This dish provides a good balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, making it a wholesome option for a complete meal. The addition of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions ensures you're getting important vitamins and fiber, too.
- Rich in Flavor: The slow simmering of tomatoes, ground beef, and aromatic garlic creates a flavorful, hearty sauce that pairs beautifully with spaghetti and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Customizable: You can easily modify this recipe by using whole wheat pasta for added fiber or swapping out ground beef for ground turkey or a plant-based meat substitute for a healthier or vegetarian option.
- Meal Prep Friendly: This recipe can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.
Enjoy this delicious and comforting Spaghetti Bolognese—simple, nutritious, and bursting with Italian flavors!
Preparation Time:
90 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 100g of spaghetti
- 150g of ground beef
- 50g of onion, diced
- 50g of carrot, diced
- 50g of celery, diced
- 200g of canned tomatoes
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 30ml of olive oil
- 1 tsp of dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 30g of grated Parmesan cheese
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- pot
- pan
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
Instructions:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
- While the spaghetti cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pan and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes and add oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Drain the spaghetti and serve topped with the Bolognese sauce and grated Parmesan cheese.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 600kcal
- Carbs: 70g
- Proteins: 30g
- Fats: 25g
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