Spaghetti Bolognese
User Reviews
4.6
531 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
618 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian
Spaghetti Bolognese
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Dive into a plate of this hearty Spaghetti Bolognese, rich with robust flavors and a sauce that's reminiscent of cherished family dinners. It's the nostalgic taste of home, effortlessly inviting you back for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Spaghetti uncooked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef extra lean
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons basil chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Keep the pasta water, in case needed for sauce.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 3 minutes, breaking it as you go, until no longer pink.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes until the onion softens.
- Add the oregano, red pepper flakes, tomato paste and stir. Stir in the red wine and cook for about 5 minutes until most of the liquid has cooked off.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, basil and season with salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a medium-low. Cover the pot and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and adjust for seasoning if needed. If your sauce is too thick add some of the pasta water to thin it out.
- Add the spaghetti to the pot and toss well with the sauce. Top with Parmesan cheese and basil. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Herbs: Fresh basil elevates the flavor, but in a pinch, dried basil (use half the amount) will do.
- Wine Substitute: If skipping the red wine, beef or vegetable broth can be used to add depth to the sauce.
- Creaminess Factor: For a richer taste, you can up the heavy cream, but remember, it's all about balance.
- Pasta: Spaghetti is the classic choice, but feel free to swap it out with fettuccine, penne, or any pasta you fancy. Just ensure to adjust cooking times accordingly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
618kcal
(31%)
Carbohydrates
72g
(24%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
66mg
(22%)
Sodium
606mg
(25%)
Potassium
984mg
(28%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
688IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
206mg
(21%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 618 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 618kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 72g | 24% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 606mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 984mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 688IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 206mg | 21% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.6
531 reviews
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