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Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

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A comforting spaghetti bolognese that combines savory ground meat and rich tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or pork
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 28 oz (800 g) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about half a cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. When hot, add the diced onion, grated carrot, and diced celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground meat to the pan. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the meat mixture. Stir to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and sprinkle in the oregano and basil. Stir everything together, bring it to a simmer, and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce. Toss everything together, ensuring the spaghetti is well coated. If the sauce seems too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
  7. Divide the spaghetti bolognese among plates and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Don’t overcook the pasta and use quality meat for enhanced flavor. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.

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