Spaghetti Bolognese is one of the most beloved Italian dishes, featuring a rich red sauce combined with minced meat and aromatic herbs. It’s perfect for a quick, hearty lunch or a family dinner, served alongside garlic bread or your favorite salad.
Ingredients
Spaghetti: 300 g
Minced meat: 300 g
Onion: 1, finely chopped
Garlic: 2 cloves, crushed
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Carrot: 1 small, finely chopped
Celery: 1 stalk, finely chopped
Tomato juice: 1 cup
Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
Water: ½ cup
Oregano: 1 teaspoon
Basil: 1 teaspoon (dried or fresh)
Salt: a pinch
Black pepper: a pinch
Parmesan cheese: 2 tablespoons, grated (for garnish)
Preparation Method
Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the onion and sauté until soft.
Add the garlic, carrot, and celery, and cook for a few minutes until the vegetables soften.
Add the minced meat, stirring until browned and fully cooked.
Pour in the tomato juice, tomato paste, and water. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.
Let the sauce simmer gently for 20–25 minutes until thickened and the flavors are well combined.
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain the spaghetti, place it on a serving plate, and top with the Bolognese sauce.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
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