Description
Hearty Spaghetti Bolognese is a comforting Italian classic that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. This rich, meaty sauce, made with lean ground beef and fragrant herbs, creates a perfect meal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its simple preparation and robust flavors, this dish will impress everyone at your table. Gather your loved ones, serve steaming plates of spaghetti topped with Bolognese sauce, and enjoy the warm memories created around the dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 12 oz spaghetti pasta
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; break apart with a spatula.
- Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth; stir to combine.
- Season with oregano and basil; let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Serve spaghetti topped with Bolognese sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the sauce simmer longer than the recommended time. Swap ground beef for turkey for a lighter option or add mushrooms for extra earthiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.